Solving for Blood Pressure Difference: What Now?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the difference in blood pressure between the top of the head and the bottom of the feet for a 1.60-meter tall person standing vertically. The key equation used is Δp = ρgh, where ρ represents the density of blood, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²), and h is the height difference (1.60 m). The user expresses confusion regarding the absence of the density value (ρ) and seeks clarification on how to proceed without it. The solution suggests expressing the answer as a percentage of ρ when it is not provided.

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  • Understanding of fluid dynamics principles
  • Familiarity with the equation Δp = ρgh
  • Knowledge of the concept of hydrostatic pressure
  • Basic grasp of human physiology related to blood circulation
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Homework Statement



I don't know why everybody ignore my urgent questions.
I do not know what to do seriously.

What is the difference in blood pressure (mm-Hg) between the top of the head and bottom of the feet of a 1.60-m-tall person standing vertically?

I know △p = pgh but in this book, they do not gives to any values.

I want to know how it works if I don't know p



Homework Equations



△p = pgh

The Attempt at a Solution



I know the gh values so... △p = p(9.8m/s^2)(1.60m)

but, I don't know what the hell is this.
 
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Proleague said:

Homework Statement



I don't know why everybody ignore my urgent questions.
I do not know what to do seriously.

What is the difference in blood pressure (mm-Hg) between the top of the head and bottom of the feet of a 1.60-m-tall person standing vertically?

I know △p = pgh but in this book, they do not gives to any values.

I want to know how it works if I don't know p



Homework Equations



△p = pgh

The Attempt at a Solution



I know the gh values so... △p = p(9.8m/s^2)(1.60m)

but, I don't know what the hell is this.

If rho is not given then express your answer as a percentage of rho.

CS
 

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