Krotov problem: how to write Energy conservation for this fluid?

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The discussion centers on the Krotov problem, specifically addressing the incorrect application of the radius formula $$r = \sqrt{\frac{S}{\pi}}$$ in the context of fluid dynamics. Participants highlight that the radius is derived from the cross-sectional area, where $$S = \pi r^2$$, but question its relevance when not explicitly provided in the problem statement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clarity in defining parameters and ensuring that assumptions made in calculations are justified.

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I uploaded the problem. when I want to write the potential energy of the fluid in the initial and final state I don't find the right answer. I know the rest of the problem.
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$$ U=\rho g h A h_{cm} $$
I wrote some potentials but they were wrong. I used the cm of all fluid parts and I used the radius which is $$ \sqrt S/ \pi $$ .
 

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That equation for radius has a "type" error.
$$r =\sqrt \frac{S}{\pi} $$
 
Per forum rules, please post your working. Otherwise we have no way to know where you are going wrong.
 
Could you explain how is that radius, which is not shown as data in the problem, relevant?
 
Lnewqban said:
Could you explain how is that radius, which is not shown as data in the problem, relevant?
S is the cross sectional area, so ##S=\pi r^2##. But if you are asking why bother calculating the radius (you don't even have to assume it is a circular cross section) then I agree.
 
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