The discussion revolves around the question of whether water pressure is equal at the top and bottom of a sealed column. It explores the implications of applying a specific pressure (1 bar) and how that relates to the pressure distribution within the column.
Participants generally agree that the pressure is not equal at the top and bottom of the column, but the discussion includes varying perspectives on the specifics of pressure distribution and calculations.
The discussion does not provide detailed calculations or definitions related to hydrostatics, and the assumptions underlying the pressure distribution are not fully explored.
No. The pressure on the top would be lower than the pressure on the bottom. So the pressure is not 1 bar throughout the column. If the pressure at the center of the column is 1 bar, then the pressure at the top is less than 1 bar, and the pressure at the bottom is greater than 1 bar.karalius said:Is the water pressure equal in a sealed column at the top and bottom?
If I created 1 bar of pressure would this also be equal at the top and bottom?
Thank you, is there a calculation I can use to work out the difference?Chestermiller said:No. The pressure on the top would be lower than the pressure on the bottom. So the pressure is not 1 bar throughout the column. If the pressure at the center of the column is 1 bar, then the pressure at the top is less than 1 bar, and the pressure at the bottom is greater than 1 bar.
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Have you learned about hydrostatics in your course yet?karalius said:Thank you, is there a calculation I can use to work out the difference?