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What is the standard atmospheric pressure at sea level?
Remember the unit is in Pascals.
Name one type of barometer used to measure atmospheric pressure.
Think about the liquid or the type of measurement.
What is the average atmospheric pressure at sea level?
It's a specific value that remains fairly consistent.
True or False: Atmospheric pressure increases as altitude increases.
Think about being higher in the atmosphere.
If an aircraft is flying at 3000 meters height, and the pressure is 70000 Pa, how does this relate to sea level pressure?
Think about the relationship of altitude before answering.
How would you explain the role of pressure variations in predicting stormy versus clear weather?
Consider how meteorologists use this information.
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