Pressurization

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Pressurization generally refers to the application of pressure in a given situation or environment; and more specifically refers to the process by which atmospheric pressure is maintained in an isolated or semi-isolated atmospheric environment (for instance, in an aircraft, or whilst Scuba diving).

For more specific discussion of pressurization, see the following articles:

Cabin pressurization

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