Bernoulli's Equation: Floating Ball

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The discussion focuses on applying Bernoulli's equation to a project involving a floating ball. The user has successfully identified variables for high pressure (P1) but struggles with determining the low pressure (P2) and its associated mass. Suggestions include using a barometer or thermometer to measure atmospheric pressure and calculating mass based on the identified volume for P2. The user aims to use the equation to find the velocity (v2) at the low pressure area. Overall, the conversation emphasizes practical methods to gather necessary data for the project.
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Hi, I'm doing a project - Bernoulli's floating ball and i am trying to explain it using bernoulli's equation:

P1 + 1/2pv1^2 = P2 + 1/2pv2^2

Where P1 represents the High pressure areas surrounding the jet air and the ball (atmospheric pressure) of which I have managed to obtain its variables.

It is the low pressure area (P2) which I have a problem with. I believe I can obtain the volume (for p) by presenting an orientation of which is a cylinder, but I don't know how to obtain mass and the Pressure itself.

I will use the equation to obtain the velocity (v2) at the low pressure area.

Can anybody help? Thanks.
 
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Hi there! You're tackling a really interesting project! It sounds like you're making good progress so far. To obtain the mass and pressure of the low pressure area, you could use methods such as a barometer or a thermometer to measure the atmospheric pressure and then calculate the mass based on the volume you identified for P2. I hope this helps. Good luck with your project!
 

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