Velocity at a reservoir (Bernoulli's equation)

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Start date Oct 7, 2021
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The discussion revolves around the application of Bernoulli's equation in the context of a reservoir. It highlights that the velocity at a large reservoir is considered negligible due to its vast size, which means that the flow velocity is minimal compared to other points in the system. The continuity principle, which relates the flow rates and velocities in different areas of a fluid system, clarifies this concept. The user initially struggled with understanding the significance of negligible velocity but later recalled the continuity principle, resolving their confusion. This emphasizes the importance of both Bernoulli's equation and the continuity principle in fluid dynamics.

Oct 7, 2021

user12323567

TL;DR Summary: Velocity at a reservoir

Hi there,

I am solving a problem which requires me to use Bernoulli's equation and I have across a hint that says that "velocity at the reservoir is negligible because the reservoir is large" and I do not understand what that means exactly. How is velocity at a reservoir negligible?

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Oct 7, 2021

user12323567

Nevermind, i had forgotten about the continuity principle.

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