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3. Additional Pressure Calculation Problems

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1.
What is the use of a manometer?
Hint
Think about the basic function of fluid measurement devices.
2.
Define specific gravity.
Hint
Consider how density relates to water.
3.
What does a manometer measure?
- Total weight of liquid
- Pressure difference
- Specific gravity
Hint
Recall the main function of a manometer.
4.
True or False: Hydrostatic pressure increases with the depth of the fluid.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about how weight affects pressure over depth.
5.
A tank has 10 meters of water and 2 meters of oil (specific gravity 0.9). Calculate the pressure at the bottom of the tank.
Hint
Add contributions from both water and oil.
6.
In a hydraulic lift with a 1.2m column of oil (specific gravity 0.8), find the equivalent height of water that would exert the same pressure.
Hint
You can use the ratio of specific gravities to find the height.

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