Is the Answer Correct? Dipping a Cylinder w/ Small Hole in Liquid

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a cylindrical vessel with a small hole submerged in a liquid. The problem seeks to determine the maximum depth at which the vessel can be dipped before liquid enters through the hole, considering factors such as surface tension and liquid density.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants are examining the validity of a given answer related to the maximum depth of immersion. Questions are raised about the reasoning behind the use of a square root in the solution and the consistency of dimensions in the proposed formula.

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The discussion is ongoing, with some participants expressing agreement with the provided answer while others are questioning the reasoning and dimensional analysis involved. There is a clear exploration of the underlying concepts and assumptions.

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Participants are focusing on the implications of surface tension and the physical setup of the problem, with particular attention to the dimensions of the variables involved. There is an indication of confusion regarding the mathematical formulation presented in the text.

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An empty cylindrical vessel with a small circular hole of radius r at the bottom is dipped vertically in a liquid of density d keeping the bottom downward. At what maximum depth can it be dipped before the liquid enters into it? The surface tension of the liquid is S. The answer given in the text is √(2S/rdg). Is the answer correct?
 
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An empty cylindrical vessel with a small circular hole of radius r at the bottom is dipped vertically in a liquid of density d keeping the bottom downward. At what maximum depth can it be dipped before the liquid enters into it? The surface tension of the liquid is S. The answer given in the text is √(2S/rdg). Is the answer correct?


It seems correct to me.
 
sankalpmittal said:
It seems correct to me.

Sir will u please explain How?
How does square root arise here?
 
dk_ch said:
Sir will u please explain How?
How does square root arise here?


Square root. Then it is wrong. Please check the dimensions. Dimensions are consistent if there were no square root.
 
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