SUMMARY
The hydrostatic pressure at the bottom of a full aquarium measuring 5 ft in length, 1 ft in width, and 5 ft in depth is calculated using the weight density of water, which is 62.5 lb/ft³. The formula for hydrostatic pressure is given by δd, where δ is the weight density and d is the depth. In this case, the calculation simplifies to 62.5 lb/ft³ multiplied by the depth of 5 ft, resulting in a hydrostatic pressure of 312.5 lb/ft². The gravitational constant is not needed in this context as the weight density already accounts for it.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of hydrostatic pressure principles
- Familiarity with units of measurement in fluid mechanics
- Knowledge of weight density and its application
- Basic algebra for unit conversion
NEXT STEPS
- Explore the concept of hydrostatic pressure in different fluids
- Learn about the implications of depth on pressure in fluid mechanics
- Investigate the relationship between weight density and specific gravity
- Study applications of hydrostatic pressure in engineering and design
USEFUL FOR
Students in physics or engineering courses, educators teaching fluid mechanics, and professionals involved in hydraulic systems design will benefit from this discussion.