Factors Impacting Pressure in a Static Fluid

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Start date Dec 14, 2013
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Factors Fluid Pressure Static Static fluid

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The discussion centers on understanding the factors that influence pressure at a point in a static fluid. Key points include the definition of pressure and the forces acting on the fluid. Participants are encouraged to explore their current understanding and approach to the problem. The conversation emphasizes the importance of foundational concepts in fluid mechanics. Overall, the thread aims to clarify the relationship between pressure and the forces within a static fluid.

Dec 14, 2013

babygirl8131

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what factors affect the size of the pressure at a point in a static fluid?

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Dec 14, 2013

Simon Bridge

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Welcome to PF;
That's a good question - how have you been attempting it so far?
Do you know what pressure is, and how it comes about?
What are the forces on each bit of the fluid?

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