Where Does Water Land When It Flows Out of a Hole in a Tank?

However, since the hole is located 2.0m from the bottom of the tank and the tank is 3.0m deep, the water will only travel 1.0m horizontally before hitting the ground. In summary, the water will strike the ground 1.0m away from the table. To find the exact spot where it will hit, the speed of the water coming out of the hole needs to be determined and then the projectile equations can be used.
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Homework Statement


A tank of water 3.0m deep sits on a table 1m tall. A hole is located 2.0m from the bottom of the tank. Water flows out of the hole and strikes the ground, where does the water strike the ground at from the table? Assume incompressible non-viscous flow.


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I don't know what to do for this problem and I was hoping to find some help.
 
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welcome to pf!

hi nlanha1! welcome to pf! :wink:

the water is coming horizontally out of the side of the tank …

find its speed, and then apply the usual projectile equations to find where it lands :smile:
 
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If the hole was pointing straight up, the water would go up to the same height as the surface of the water in the tank.
 

1. What causes water to flow out of a hole?

Water flows out of a hole due to the force of gravity and the difference in pressure between the water inside the hole and the surrounding environment. When there is a higher pressure inside the hole, water will naturally flow out to equalize the pressure.

2. How does the size of the hole affect the rate of water flow?

The size of the hole can greatly impact the rate of water flow. A larger hole will allow more water to flow out at a faster rate, while a smaller hole will restrict the flow and decrease the rate. This is because a larger hole allows for more water molecules to pass through at once.

3. What factors can affect the direction of water flow from a hole?

The direction of water flow can be affected by a few different factors. These include the shape and size of the hole, the pressure inside and outside of the hole, and the surrounding environment. For example, if the hole is angled downward, the water will flow in that direction due to gravity.

4. Can water flow out of a hole in a vacuum?

No, water cannot flow out of a hole in a vacuum because there is no pressure differential to drive the flow. In a vacuum, there is no surrounding environment to create a pressure difference, so the water will remain inside the hole.

5. How can the flow rate of water from a hole be calculated?

The flow rate of water from a hole can be calculated using Bernoulli's equation, which takes into account factors such as the size and shape of the hole, the pressure difference, and the density of the water. This equation can be solved for the velocity of the water, which can then be used to calculate the flow rate.

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