What is atmospheric pressure?

  • A
    The pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere.
  • B
    The pressure exerted by the weight of the ocean.
  • C
    The pressure exerted by the weight of the Earth's core.
  • D
    The pressure exerted by the weight of the vacuum.

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