A book about basic water machines/properties/flow ?

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The discussion revolves around finding a book that covers basic concepts and properties of water, including water pumps, pressure, and hydroponic systems. Participants express a desire for resources that combine theory with practical applications, illustrations, and accessible explanations, avoiding heavy technical content.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks a book that explains basic water properties and machines in an intuitive manner, suitable for someone without a strong background in fluid mechanics.
  • Another participant inquires whether the original poster prefers a general introduction or a focus on hydroponic systems specifically.
  • The original poster expresses interest in both theory and practical applications, mentioning a desire to understand concepts like battery construction and water pressure in relation to hydroponics.
  • A suggestion is made to contact local hydroponic gardening shops or agricultural schools for additional resources and information.
  • The original poster notes the limited availability of hydroponic resources in Denmark and emphasizes the need for a DIY book that combines scientific explanations with practical projects.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for accessible resources that blend theory with practical applications, but there is no consensus on specific book recommendations or the best approach to learning.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of familiarity with related concepts, and there are indications of differing availability of resources based on geographic location.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in basic water properties, hydroponic systems, DIY projects, and those seeking practical applications of scientific concepts in gardening or biology.

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A book about basic water machines/properties/flow ?

Hi I'm interested in how different very basic water concepts/properties work such as a waterpump, pressure, hydroponic systems for plants etc. ( i need some intuition) and I'm therefore looking for a book that teaches basic properties of fluid, pressure in a easy to understand (not any heavy equations and fluid mechanics for ingeneers) and way with pictures perhaps practical demonstrations.

I'm interested in exploring some of the properties of water, so i can use it in biology to biold small basic systems such as a water pump. I've found one book so far that might be what I'm looking for but I'm not sure if it has good pictures and explanations . https://www.amazon.com/dp/0784412545/?tag=pfamazon01-20


Any suggestion?
 
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Do you have your heart set on learning the basics, or would you like a book that addresses hydroponic systems specifically?
 
Actually I think I'd like both, I just know I learn best if i can mix theory with practical applications/experiments or at least drawings/diagrams.

I've learned the basic high school stuff about electric circuts, chemistry, physics, but I have no practical intuition. I'd like to know the basics of how to make a battery, how to to apply the saltbridge , and i'd like to understand water pressure and propperties and nutritional needs for plants through building a hydrophobic system. I'd also like to build a waterpump. I want to do some of these projects and i need some books that can help me and with a really solid explanation/theory.
 
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Where I live there are many shops specializing in hydroponic gardening. If there are such shops near you, it's worth giving them a call.

Are you near an agricultural school? Many agricultural extensions offer classes - also worth checking out, as they would be a good source of information without a profit motive.
 
Unfortunately Hydroponic gardening is not that hot in Denmark yet so there are very few places that sell their system. As edited in my previous post (#3) i'd really like to get some experience and play around with it myself. I'd love to have a sound DIY book, especially one mixed with a good amount of scientific explanations.
 

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