Explain, in one or two sentences, why the absolute pressure experienced 5 m below the…

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Fluids · Fluids

Problem

Explain, in one or two sentences, why the absolute pressure experienced 5 m below the surface of a calm lake is greater than atmospheric pressure at the surface.

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