Need help with a pressure/projectile motion problem

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In summary, the given problem describes a tank with an opening at a height y1 above the base, and a liquid surface at a height y2 above the base. Using Bernoulli's equation and kinematics equations, the horizontal distance from the base of the tank where the fluid strikes the ground can be calculated. For part 2, a hole can be placed at a height y'1 to achieve the same "range", but there is a trade off between height and velocity of the water spill. The solution involves reversing the process used in part 1.
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Homework Statement



Here is the problem, from mastering physics:

Given description:
Suppose the opening in the tank of the figure is a height y1 above the base and the liquid surface is a height y2 above the base. The tank rests on level ground.

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Question 1: At what horizontal distance from the base of the tank will the fluid strike the ground? Assume v2=0

I got the answer to this one, isolating v by using bernoulli's equation, getting that v=
sqrt(2g(y2-y1)

Then, using this velocity in the kinematics equations for the projectile getting that x = 2sqrt((y2-y1)y1)

visual of that:
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Question 2:
At what other height, y'1, can a hole be placed so that the emerging liquid will have the same "range"?

Homework Equations



Bernoulli's equation (P1+.5pv^2+pgh=P2+.5pv^2+pgh)

Where P is pressure, and p is Ro, the density constant of the fluid.

The Attempt at a Solution



I went hunting for the explanation/solution of part b, but i couldn't really figure it out. everything i got, was wrong, and now i have 6 attempts remaining. Can someone explain how to arrive at the answer?

Many thanks,
Panchoman
 
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Basically there is a trade off. The higher up you go the less velocity the water spills out with. On the other hand, the higher up you go the more time the water has to travel before it hits the ground. You really just need to reverse the whole process of what you did in part 1.
 

1. What is pressure and how does it relate to projectile motion?

Pressure is defined as the force per unit area. In projectile motion, the object experiences a change in pressure due to the influence of gravity and air resistance. As the object moves through the air, the pressure on its surface changes, affecting its motion.

2. How do you calculate the initial velocity of a projectile?

The initial velocity of a projectile can be calculated using the formula V = √(g*d/2*sinθ), where V is the initial velocity, g is the acceleration due to gravity, d is the distance traveled, and θ is the angle at which the projectile was launched.

3. What factors affect the trajectory of a projectile?

The trajectory of a projectile is affected by various factors such as initial velocity, angle of launch, air resistance, and gravity. The shape, size, and weight of the object also play a role in determining its trajectory.

4. How do you find the maximum height of a projectile?

The maximum height of a projectile can be found using the formula h = V2sin2θ/2g, where h is the maximum height, V is the initial velocity, θ is the angle of launch, and g is the acceleration due to gravity.

5. Can the range of a projectile be affected by external factors?

Yes, external factors such as wind, air resistance, and the shape of the object can affect the range of a projectile. These factors can cause the projectile to deviate from its expected trajectory, resulting in a change in range.

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