1.7 - Final problem and conclusion
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What happens to the pressure in a fluid as depth increases?
💡 Hint: Refers to the formula P = ρgh.
What is the formula for calculating the resultant force on a surface?
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure is applied to surfaces.
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What is the relationship between pressure and depth in a fluid?
💡 Hint: Refer to the formula P = ρgh.
Is buoyant force always equal to the weight of the fluid displaced?
💡 Hint: Think about how floating objects displace water.
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A submerged gate has a pressure of 5 atm at the top and 9 atm at the bottom. Calculate the force exerted on a surface area of 1 m².
💡 Hint: Recall that 1 atm = 101325 Pa.
Determine the weight of a body submerged in a liquid with a density of 1000 kg/m³ if it displaces 0.01 m³ of fluid.
💡 Hint: Remember the buoyant force is equal to weight of fluid displaced.
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