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The pressure created by this air column on Earth is known as
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Unit of pressure
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Atmospheric pressure
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Gas pressure
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The pressure created by the air column on Earth is known as atmospheric pressure. This pressure is exerted by the weight of the Earth's atmosphere and is responsible for various atmospheric phenomena such as weather patterns and wind. Atmospheric pressure is measured in units such as millibars or inches of mercury, and it decreases with increasing altitude.