1.10 - Applying Newton's second law to fluid motion
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Practice Questions
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What happens to pressure as you dive deeper into the ocean?
💡 Hint: Think about the weight of water.
State Pascal's Law in your own words.
💡 Hint: Focus on the word 'equal'.
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What occurs to the pressure in a fluid as depth increases?
💡 Hint: Think about layers of water pressing down.
Is Pascal's Law applicable only to liquids?
💡 Hint: Think about pressure in the air.
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A diver descends to a depth of 30 meters. Calculate the pressure exerted on them, assuming water density is 1000 kg/m^3 and atmospheric pressure is 101325 Pa.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to add atmospheric pressure.
Discuss how design changes for a dam would differ at varying water heights and the implications for structural stability.
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure affects the structure at various depths.
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