Same pressure points , 2 fluids u shaped tube

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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


Pascal principal p = ρgh

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Pressure at C and D is the same .
Pressure at A and B is the same ? I believe it is
 

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Pressures at c and d are the same. Pressures at a and b are not the same. Do you know why?
 
Because of different fluids ?

And how the fluids are in balance if A and B pressures are not the same ?
 
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Mariog said:
Because of different fluids ?
yes
And how the fluids are in balance if A and B pressures are not the same ?
$$p_A+\rho_{left}g(x+h)=p_D$$
$$p_B+\rho_{right}g(x+h)=p_C$$