Can Different Radii of Pipes Affect the Height of Liquid in a Tank?

In summary, the height of liquid in pipes will be different depending on the radius of the pipe. To create a noticeable height difference, one can use capillary tubes with smaller radii. However, the height of liquid in two connected pipes will be the same as the height in the tank as long as the pressure remains constant.
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Nissan
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if i put two pipes in atank of some liquid and fill it up, will the height of the liquid be different in the pipes if the radios will be different?
if not how can i create asituation so the height of the liquid will be different?
 
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Radios?!

Zz.
 
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I think the OP means "radius" or "radii".

Yes, the height of rise is a function (it varies inversely) of the radius of the pipe. However, note that there will be no noticeable rise if the radius is more than a centimeter or so, for a typical liquid. To see a significant height difference you should use capillary tubes (not pipes) with radii that are in the mm range.
 
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thanks you were right it was radius:)
 
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ZapperZ said:
Radios?!

Zz.

I think he means "televisions"
 
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Nissan said:
if i put two pipes in atank of some liquid and fill it up, will the height of the liquid be different in the pipes if the radios will be different?
if not how can i create asituation so the height of the liquid will be different?
[Assuming I understand your question...] You can't. Pressure is what determines the height of the water in the two pipes. As long as they are connected to a static system, they will have the same pressure at the same height - ie, exactly the same as the height of the water in the tank next to them.
 

1. What is the relationship between tube radius and water height?

The tube radius and water height have an inverse relationship. This means that as the radius of the tube increases, the water height decreases and vice versa. This relationship is described by the equation h = r2/2, where h is the water height and r is the radius of the tube.

2. How does the tube radius affect the pressure of the water?

The tube radius has a direct effect on the pressure of the water. A smaller radius means that the water molecules are more closely packed together, resulting in a higher pressure. On the other hand, a larger radius means that the water molecules are more spread out, resulting in a lower pressure.

3. What happens to the water height when the tube radius is increased?

When the tube radius is increased, the water height decreases. This is because the larger radius allows for more space for the water molecules to spread out, resulting in a lower water height.

4. Is there a limit to how high the water can rise in a tube with a given radius?

Yes, there is a limit to how high the water can rise in a tube with a given radius. This limit is determined by the surface tension of water and the angle of contact between the water and the tube wall. If the water tries to rise above this limit, it will break into smaller droplets.

5. Can the tube radius and water height be used to calculate the volume of water in the tube?

Yes, the tube radius and water height can be used to calculate the volume of water in the tube. The volume can be calculated using the formula V = πr2h, where V is the volume, r is the radius, and h is the water height.

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