This document discusses atmospheric pressure and provides examples of how it is used. It defines atmospheric pressure as the weight of the air column over a unit area at the earth's surface. The density of air is greater near the surface and decreases with altitude. Standard atmospheric pressure is equivalent to a mercury column of 0.76 meters and is measured in bars using a barometer. Situations like drinking through a straw or using a syringe rely on differences in atmospheric pressure. The document suggests experiments for students to demonstrate atmospheric pressure concepts.