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The blood pressure in human is greater at the feet than at the brain. Why?

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To understand why the blood pressure in humans is greater at the feet than at the brain, we can break down the explanation into clear steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pressure**: Pressure in a fluid is defined by the formula: \[ P = \rho g h ...
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