How Does Fluid Pressure Influence Pump Placement in Wells?

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Fluid pressure is determined by the weight of the fluid above a point, not by the surrounding fluid, due to the principles of hydrostatics. In deep wells, placing a pump underwater is advantageous because it reduces the energy required to lift water, leveraging the natural pressure from the surrounding fluid column. This configuration allows for more efficient water movement to the surface. Additionally, the pressure generated by the water column helps push water up to the pump, ensuring a consistent flow. Understanding these principles is crucial for optimal pump placement in well systems.
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Two questions:
1. Why is it that pressure exerted by fluids is not dependent on the amount of fluid around the point, only above?

2. Why is it that in deep wells, pump located underwater is better than a pump located on ground level?
 
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gokuls said:
Two questions:
1. Why is it that pressure exerted by fluids is not dependent on the amount of fluid around the point, only above?

How does pressure arise in the first place?

2. Why is it that in deep wells, pump located underwater is better than a pump located on ground level?

Why would water go up to the pump above it?
 

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