Time taken for fluid to start flowing

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The discussion focuses on determining the time τ it takes for liquid to start flowing from a container through a small orifice after it is opened. The initial velocity of the liquid is approximated as √2gh, but the acceleration of the liquid at the moment the orifice is opened is crucial for calculating τ. The participant attempts to derive the initial acceleration using pressure and force equations but struggles with the influence of the container's walls on the liquid column. They seek clarification on how to analyze the motion of the liquid during the transition from release to steady flow. Understanding the dynamics of the liquid's acceleration is essential for solving the problem effectively.
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Homework Statement



A large container has of diameter D has a small orifice or diameter d at it's bottom,
When the orifice is opened, liquid of density ρ starts flowing out with an approximate velocity of √2gh, but the liquid takes some time τ to reach this velocity. Find the approximate order of magnitude of τ.

What is the acceleration of the bottom layer of the liquid, at the instant when the orifice is opened.


Homework Equations



Pascals law
Bernoullis equation





The Attempt at a Solution




If we find the initial acceleration, then it will be quite easy to find the time.
And to do this, I did the following:

Taking a small mass element Δm near the bottom, covering a of length Δx, and using force = pressure * area; I found acceleration = gh/Δx

I don't know how to proceed om here.
It would be great if someone could explain to me, how to analyze the motion of the liquid during this small interval of time, from the instant of release to start of steady flow
 
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Treat the column of water directly above the orifice as a freely accelerating object?

F = ρvg = ρva
 
We can't do that because, the walls of the container (bottom) exert upward force on the column
 
springwave said:
We can't do that because, the walls of the container (bottom) exert upward force on the column

I said the column directly above the orifice. It was just for an estimate.
 
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