FLUIDS-how far from dam base does stram hit ground

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The discussion focuses on calculating the distance a stream of water hits the ground when released from a hole halfway down a dam of height H. Participants agree that Bernoulli's equation is essential for determining the velocity of the fluid. The next step involves calculating the horizontal distance (x) based on this velocity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding fluid dynamics principles in solving such problems.

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a dam of height H has a hole half way down to the base. how far outward from the base does the stream hit the ground?


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i think you have to use bernoulli's equation right?
first find velocity then distance x right?
 
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Assume that the fluid is just a ball. If someone throws a ball from an elevated location, what information must be known in order to determine how far he throws it?
 
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Hi ricky882! Welcome to PF! :wink:
ricky882 said:
i think you have to use bernoulli's equation right?
first find velocity then distance x right?

Right! :smile:

What do you get?​
 

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