Thrust and pressure are two types of forces that can be applied to an object. Here are the key differences between the two:
Thrust:
- Thrust is the force acting on an object perpendicular to its surface.
- Thrust is a reaction force that can be expressed quantitatively by Newtons third law.
- Thrust is measured by the unit "N".
- Thrust is the force which moves an aircraft through the air.
Pressure:
- Pressure is the force per unit area.
- Pressure is the effect of thrust per unit area on an object.
- Pressure is expressed in N/m², which is also called a Pascal (Pa) .
- Pressure is the force acting per unit area on an object.
- Pressure is the reason why objects weigh less in water.
In summary, thrust is the force acting on an object perpendicular to its surface, while pressure is the effect of this force per unit area on an object.
