Fluid Mechanics HW How pressure in a tank affects exit velocity of a fluid

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around understanding how pressure in a tank influences the exit velocity of a fluid, focusing on the application of Bernoulli's principle in fluid mechanics. Participants are attempting to solve a homework problem related to this concept.

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  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about how to determine the change in pressure in the context of the problem.
  • Another participant suggests that the first participant is on the right track by mentioning the use of Bernoulli's principle.
  • A third participant reiterates their confusion and requests further clarification on the problem and the attempted solution.
  • A fourth participant echoes the request for a clearer description of the problem and the participant's efforts to solve it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express confusion regarding the problem, with no consensus on the next steps or clarity on the solution process.

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There is a lack of clarity in the initial posts, including unreadable content and insufficient detail about the problem and the participant's work.

fluidmech
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I'm just a bit lost on how to find the change in pressure. I've posted a picture of my work thus far.
 

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Can't read what you wrote but you seem to be on the right track, using Bernoulli.
 
I said I was lost and didn't know what to do next..
 
fluidmech said:
I said I was lost and didn't know what to do next..

Could you provide a legible description of the problem. Also your effort at solving.
 

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