1 - Fluid Mechanics
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Practice Questions
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What is the equation to calculate hydrostatic pressure?
💡 Hint: Consider the density of the fluid and the depth.
Define buoyancy.
💡 Hint: Think about objects in water.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does hydrostatic pressure depend on?
💡 Hint: Remember the formula for hydrostatic pressure.
Buoyant force is exerted by submerged objects.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of forces acting in fluids.
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Challenge Problems
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A U-tube manometer shows a reading of 150 mm of water. If one side is connected to a gas pipeline exerting pressure, calculate the pressure difference.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship of pressure and the height of the fluid column.
Create a scenario where two different shaped objects are submerged in water; determine how their shapes affect their buoyancy and stability.
💡 Hint: Reflect on buoyant force quantification.
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