Define pressure. Give its SI unit.
The total force applied per unit area is called pressure.
Mathematically,
Pressure (P) = Force (F) / Area (A)
Its SI unit is pascal (Pa).
Why are nails made to have a pointed end?
We have, P = F/A so, P ∝ 1/A
Usually, nails need more pressure to be inserted for different purposes in woods and metals. If it has a pointed end, the area of the edge is less and more pressure can be exerted with less force. So, it will be easy to work with nails. Hence, nails are made to have a pointed end.