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The discussion centers on calculating the gauge pressure of water in a syringe with a 4.0-cm-long needle at 20 degrees Celsius, using Bernoulli's Equation. The required gauge pressure at point P, where the needle meets the wider chamber, is 3200 Pa. Participants emphasize applying Bernoulli's principle to analyze the fluid dynamics between two key points: just outside the narrow tube and near the piston. The volume continuity equation is also crucial for determining the speed of the piston.

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Homework Statement



The figure shows a syringe with a 4.0-cm-long needle, filled with water at 20celsius.
What is the gauge pressure of the water at the point P, where the needle meets the wider chamber of the syringe?

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Homework Equations



Bernoulli's Equation


The Attempt at a Solution


I haven't even reached a solution yet because I am totally lost...
I just need some guidance/help working through the problem.
 
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The answer is 3200 Pa.

However, I do not know how to arrive at that solution. I'd reallllyyyyy appreciate it if someone could walk me through it, step by step.
 
Use Bernoulli's principle. Apply it to the two points where you have the most information: just outside the narrow tube, and very near the piston. You can figure out the speed of the piston from the volume continuity equation.
 

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