How do we not get crushed by atmospheric pressure (1atm = 14.695psi) bearing down on our head and shoulders? In addition, why would a blast overpressure of only 4psi above atmospheric pressure destroy most buildings and kill many people?
by /u/Pete1187 in /r/askscience
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