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The atmosphere exerts pressure on us. Why do we not feel it?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Atmospheric Pressure**: - The atmosphere is made up of air, which has weight. This weight creates a force that acts on everything on Earth, including our bodies. This force is known as atmospheric pressure. 2. **Definition of Pressure**: - Pressure is defined as the force exerted per unit area. In this case, the force is the weight of the air, and the area is the surface of our bodies. ...
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