Physics Pressure ranking pressures?

In summary, when ranking the pressure points, point 3 will have a higher pressure than points 1 and 2, which will have the same pressure. This is because pressure is directly proportional to the density of the fluid, and the vertical distance from the surface.
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Homework Statement



assuming points 1 and 2 are on the horizontal line, and the green portion has a greater density than blue rank the pressure points??

Homework Equations



pressure = rho x g x height


The Attempt at a Solution



i was thinking 3> (1=2)
 

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airaa12599aa said:

Homework Statement



assuming points 1 and 2 are on the horizontal line, and the green portion has a greater density than blue rank the pressure points??

Homework Equations



pressure = rho x g x height


The Attempt at a Solution



i was thinking 3> (1=2)

You need to think about this again.

If the density of the fluid in the green region, differs from the blue region, then the pressure at the same height beneath the surface will be different.
 

1. What is physics pressure ranking?

Physics pressure ranking is a method used to measure the intensity or strength of pressure in a given system. It is based on the principles of physics, specifically the laws of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.

2. How is pressure ranked in physics?

In physics, pressure is ranked using a scale of units called pascals (Pa). This unit is equivalent to one newton of force applied over an area of one square meter. Other commonly used units to measure pressure include pounds per square inch (psi), atmospheres (atm), and millimeters of mercury (mmHg).

3. What factors affect the pressure ranking in a system?

The pressure ranking in a system is affected by several factors, including the amount of force applied, the area over which the force is applied, and the volume of the system. Changes in temperature and/or the number of particles in the system can also impact the pressure ranking.

4. How is pressure related to other physical quantities?

Pressure is related to other physical quantities through various equations and principles in physics. For example, Boyle's Law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature. Additionally, the ideal gas law relates pressure, volume, temperature, and the number of particles in a gas.

5. How is pressure ranking used in real-world applications?

Pressure ranking is used in a variety of real-world applications, such as in engineering to design structures and machines that can withstand high pressures. It is also used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure and predict weather patterns. In medicine, pressure ranking is used to measure blood pressure and diagnose certain health conditions.

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