The atmospheric pressure P decreases exponentially with elevation h as follows, P(h) = Poe-gh/A , where Po ([Pa]) is the atmospheric pressure at sea level, g ([m/s²]) is the acceleration due to gravity, and A is some dimensional constant. Determine the Sl unit of the constant A and argue your key assumption. %3D

The atmospheric pressure P decreases exponentially with elevation h as follows, P(h) = Poe-gh/A , where Po ([Pa]) is the atmospheric pressure at sea level, g ([m/s²]) is the acceleration due to gravity, and A is some dimensional constant. Determine the Sl unit of the constant A and argue your key assumption. %3D

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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