Practice Calculating pressure and force - 1.3 | 7. Basics of fluid mechanics-I(Cont.) | Hydraulic Engineering - Vol 1
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1.3 - Calculating pressure and force

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the formula to calculate hydrostatic pressure at a depth?

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between pressure, depth, and density.

Question 2

Easy

How do you find the centroid of an elliptical area?

💡 Hint: Recall the properties of ellipses regarding their geometry.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is hydrostatic pressure dependent on?

  • Density
  • Depth
  • Volume
  • Depth
  • Temperature
  • Pressure

💡 Hint: Think about the formula P = ρgh.

Question 2

The resultant force on a submerged surface is based on which of the following?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how forces operate on submerged objects.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A gate experiences a pressure of 8000 Pa at the centroid and has a width of 3 meters. Calculate the resultant force on the gate.

💡 Hint: Remember to calculate area based on the gate's dimensions.

Question 2

You have a rectangular surface measuring 2m by 3m submerged at a depth of 5m in water. Calculate the pressure at the centroid and the resultant force.

💡 Hint: Evaluate step by step to ensure accuracy.

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