i don't think P1 and P2 = P atm ...gneill said:
I understand that. But can you think of any way that they could?foo9008 said:
for P1 = P2 = P atm , the tank is not closed?gneill said:
Correct. How does the hose enter each tank?foo9008 said:
at point 1 , it is immersed in the gas tank , while the point 2 is at the hole only , not completely immersed . What are you trying to tell ?gneill said:
I'm pointing out that neither tank is sealed. Both are open to the atmosphere through their filling apertures. The siphon hose does not make an air-tight seal at either opening.foo9008 said:
if that is air-tight selaed , then the pressure acting would not be P atm anymore , am i right ?gneill said:
Sure. It might start out at P atm at the moment a seal was made though.foo9008 said:
Pressure in a closed tank refers to the force exerted by the gas or liquid inside the tank on the walls of the container. It is measured in units of force per unit area, such as pounds per square inch or pascals.
The pressure in a closed tank can be calculated using the ideal gas law, which states that pressure is equal to the number of moles of gas multiplied by the gas constant and the temperature, divided by the volume of the tank. Alternatively, it can also be measured using a pressure gauge.
The pressure in a closed tank can be affected by several factors, including the temperature of the gas or liquid inside, the volume of the tank, and the number of moles of gas present. Changing any of these factors can alter the pressure inside the tank.
Yes, pressure in a closed tank can exceed the maximum limit if the temperature or number of moles of gas inside the tank increases significantly. This can lead to a dangerous buildup of pressure, causing the tank to rupture or explode.
Without more context, it is impossible to determine if the author is wrong about pressure in a closed tank. However, it is important to always double check information from reliable sources and use equations and formulas accurately to ensure accurate results and understanding of pressure in closed tanks.
