Radiation Pressure (Absorbed)
P = I / c
What it says
The pressure light exerts on a surface that absorbs it.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
P | Radiation pressure (Pa) | M L^-1 T^-2 |
I | Intensity (W/m^2) | M T^-3 |
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