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Pressure gradient (∇p)

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The pressure gradient is the vector ∇p pointing in the direction of fastest pressure increase. The force density exerted by pressure on a continuum is −∇p.

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A pressure gradient refers to the rate of change of pressure in a fluid (which can be a liquid or gas) over a specific distance. In simpler terms, it indicates how pressure varies from one point to another within a given space. The pressure gradient is a critical concept in various fields, including meteorology, fluid dynamics, and engineering.
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