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Kilonewton/Square Meter as a Unit of Pressure
The kilonewton per square meter (kN/m²) is a unit of pressure or stress in the International System of Units (SI). One kilonewton is equivalent to 1,000 newtons, which is the force necessary to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at a rate of one meter per second squared. When this force is distributed over an area of one square meter, it results in a pressure of one kilonewton per square meter.
This unit is frequently used in engineering and construction, particularly in the fields of civil and mechanical engineering, where understanding pressure and stress on materials is critical. The kilonewton per square meter is commonly encountered in calculations related to load-bearing structures, soil mechanics, and fluid mechanics. In practical terms, 1 kN/m² is equivalent to approximately 0.1 kilograms per square centimeter, making it a versatile and widely applicable unit in various scientific and industrial contexts.
