Question

Scientists have found evidence that Mars may once have had an ocean 0.530 km deep. The acceleration due to gravity on Mars is 3.71 m/s2.

Part A: What would be the gauge pressure at the bottom of such an ocean, assuming it was freshwater? Express your answer in pascals.

Part B :To what depth would you need to go in the earth's ocean to experience the same gauge pressure? Express your answer in meters.

Answer 1