How Does a Soap Dispenser Work?

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Homework Statement


My soap dispenser does not work, but when i block the pump end the soap comes out, can someone explain to me why?


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I am looking for a relevant equation to prove why it doesn't work


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Some types of valve need back pressure to seal properly. Perhaps that's the explanation?
 

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