Can You Apply Bernoulli's Equation and Continuity for This Fluid System?

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Bernoulli's equation and the continuity equation can be applied to a fluid system with varying cross-sectional areas and height differences. The continuity equation states that the product of the cross-sectional area and fluid velocity remains constant, expressed as a1v1 = a2v2. Additionally, pressure differences can be calculated using P2 = P1 + ρgh, where ρ is the fluid's density. The relationship between pressure and height is crucial in understanding fluid behavior in this context. Proper application of these principles allows for accurate predictions of fluid dynamics in the described system.

Dec 3, 2010

nameVoid

if a tube has area a1 at the left and and pressure P1 and the right has area a2 and is raised to height h ,If the fluid has speed v1 at the left end can i write a1v1=a2v2 and P2=P1+pgh

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Dec 3, 2010

sweet springs

Hi.
a1v1=a2v2 but P2=P1+ rho gh where rho is density of fluid.
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