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Pressure and Diffusion

Chapter 5 covers concepts of pressure and diffusion through multiple choice and short answer questions. It explores how pressure is affected by force and area, the principles behind tools like snowshoes and hydraulic systems, and the behavior of gases and liquids under pressure. The chapter also discusses real-life applications such as hovercrafts and the diffusion of smells.

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Pressure and Diffusion

Chapter 5 covers concepts of pressure and diffusion through multiple choice and short answer questions. It explores how pressure is affected by force and area, the principles behind tools like snowshoes and hydraulic systems, and the behavior of gases and liquids under pressure. The chapter also discusses real-life applications such as hovercrafts and the diffusion of smells.

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Chapter# 5: Pressure and Diffusion

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions


1. A girl wears high heels on a soft floor and leaves deep marks. If she wore flat shoes
instead, what would happen to the pressure exerted on the floor?

a. A) It would increase

b. B) It would decrease

c. C) It would stay the same

d. D) It would double

2. A metal plate applies a force of 600 N over an area of 2 m². What is the pressure?

a. A) 1200 N/m²

b. B) 300 N/m²

c. C) 600 N/m²

d. D) 100 N/m²

3. Which of the following best explains why snowshoes help a person walk on snow
without sinking?

a. A) They increase the person’s weight

b. B) They reduce air resistance

c. C) They reduce the pressure by increasing surface area

d. D) They increase friction with snow

4. When a balloon is squeezed, it may burst. Which concept explains this?

a. A) Decrease in force

b. B) Decrease in pressure

c. C) Increase in pressure due to reduced volume

d. D) Increase in surface area


5. Why do sharp knives cut better than blunt ones?

a. A) They are heavier

b. B) They have smaller area increasing pressure

c. C) They apply more force

d. D) They use less effort

6. A hovercraft floats over water by using air pressure. What principle allows this to
happen?

a. A) High pressure pushes the craft down

b. B) Low pressure beneath the craft lifts it

c. C) Balanced forces keep it floating

d. D) High pressure below lifts it above surface

7. Which situation best shows atmospheric pressure in action?

a. A) A balloon deflating in open air

b. B) Water boiling in a kettle

c. C) A soft drink can collapsing when air is removed

d. D) Air escaping from a bicycle tire

8. In hydraulic brakes, why does pressing a small piston stop a car with large brake
pads?

a. A) Air pressure builds up

b. B) Force increases due to heating

c. C) Liquids transfer pressure evenly

d. D) Liquids reduce pressure

9. Which of the following scenarios best illustrates diffusion?

a. A) A vacuum cleaner sucking dust

b. B) Food coloring spreading in water


c. C) Boiling water turning into steam

d. D) A sponge absorbing water

10. Why do deep-sea divers need special suits?

11. A) To stay warm

12. B) To see underwater

13. C) To handle increased water pressure

14. D) To float better

Q2: Short Answer Questions.


1. Explain why pressure decreases when the same force is applied over a larger
area.

2. A container has a pressure of 500 N/m² and an area of 4 m². Calculate the force
applied. Show working.

3 .Using particle theory, explain why gases can exert pressure on the walls of a
container.

4. Describe how a dam is designed to withstand water pressure and explain why the
base is thicker.

5. How does the pressure inside your ears change as you climb a mountain? Why do
your ears "pop"?

6. Compare pressure in liquids and gases using particle theory and give one real-life
example for each.

7. Why is it important for vehicles like hovercrafts to use air pressure below the
vehicle?

8. Explain with reasoning why hydraulic systems are more efficient in transferring
force compared to pneumatic systems.

9. How does diffusion help in the smell of food reaching you from the kitchen? Use
particle movement in your explanation.

10. In a science lab, two balloons are inflated to different volumes. Predict how the
pressure inside each compares and justify your answer.

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