How Does Fluid Density Affect Absolute Pressure in a Siphon System?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the absolute pressure at point Y in a siphon system with a fluid density of 800 kg/m3 and atmospheric pressure of 101.3 kPa. The key points include the locations of points X, Y, and Z relative to the fluid levels, with point Y being 20 cm above the fluid level. The participant has calculated the fluid speed but struggles with applying the pressure change equation and Archimedes' principle to find the correct pressure at point Y. Despite attempts with different height values, the answers remain incorrect, indicating a need for further clarification on the principles involved. Understanding the relationship between fluid density, height differences, and pressure calculations is crucial for solving this problem.
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Homework Statement


A flexible tube can be used as a simple siphon to transfer fluid from one container to a lower container. The fluid has a density of 800. kg/m3. See the dimensions given in the figure, and take atmospheric pressure to be 101.3 kPa.
There are three points given:

Pt X is 10cm below the fluid line in tub from which the fluid is draining.
Pt Y is 20cm above the fluid level in the tub.
Pt Z is 60cm below the fluid level in the tub.

What is the absolute pressure at point Y?


Homework Equations


1) ∆P=density x gravity x ∆height
and 2) Archimedes' principle


The Attempt at a Solution


I've already found the speed of the fluid in the siphon to be 3.429m/s at pts Y and Z.
From the book I derived the equation 1 and tried using both .2m and .3m for the ∆h, but to no avail. I didn't forget to add the 101.3kpa to the pressure either, and since neither of the previous two answers are correct, I'm a little lost.
 
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I'm thinking the problem has something to do with Archimedes' Principle, but I don't understand how that applies. Can someone please help?
 
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