Pressure on Earth depends significantly on your location, primarily due to variations in altitude.
Altitude and Air Pressure
As you move to higher altitudes, the air pressure decreases. This is because there is less air above you pushing down.
- Lower Altitude (e.g., Sea Level): Higher air pressure.
- Higher Altitude (e.g., Mountains): Lower air pressure.
The reference material directly supports this, stating: "Pressure on Earth varies with the altitude of the surface, so air pressure on mountains is usually lower than air pressure at sea level."
How Altitude Affects Pressure: A Table
| Location | Altitude | Typical Air Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Level | Low | High |
| Mountain Top | High | Low |
Atmospheric Pressure Variation
According to the reference, this smooth pressure variation continues from the Earth's surface to the top of the mesosphere.
