Find the height of fluid in a U-tube container?

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To find the height of fluid in a U-tube containing two fluids with different densities, the correct approach involves understanding the pressure balance between the two sides. The block of mass 20 g affects the fluid levels due to its weight, and the densities of the fluids (ρ1 = 1070 kg/m3 and ρ2 = 650 kg/m3) must be considered in the calculations. The initial equation attempted was incorrect, leading to an erroneous height of 0.0785 m. The solution requires analyzing the total mass above specific points in the U-tube to establish the correct height difference. Accurate calculations will clarify which fluid corresponds to each side of the U-tube.
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Homework Statement



A block of mass 20 g sits at rest on a plate that is at the top of the fluid on one side of a U-tube as shown below. The U-tube contains two different fluids with densities ρ1 = 1070 kg/m3 and ρ2 = 650 kg/m3 and has a cross sectional area A = 4.6 * 10-4 m2. The surfaces are offset by an amount h as shown.

Homework Equations



I thought the equation I wanted to use was h = [(p1-p2)/p1]*h2, but this isn't correct.

The Attempt at a Solution



Based on what I thought the equation was, I got .0785m, which isn't right.

I used [(1070-650)/1070] * .2

Any help would be appreciated.
 

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