Water hydro statics and presure

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The discussion centers on calculating the pressure at the bottom of an upside-down cone frustum filled with water, given its volume of approximately 21.99 m³. Participants are prompted to apply principles of hydrostatics, specifically the relationship between liquid pressure and depth. The conversation emphasizes the need to use appropriate formulas, such as the hydrostatic pressure equation, which states that pressure increases with depth in a fluid. Additionally, there is a reminder to post homework questions in the designated forum to maintain organization. Understanding these concepts is crucial for accurately determining the pressure in this scenario.

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Robin Murphy
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hey guys. bellow is an upside down cone frustum with the dimensions given bellow where the green R is the radius of the larger circle and the blue r is the radius of the smaller circle and the red h to be the height of the object
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knowing that volume of this shape is calculated as (πh/3)×(R^2+Rr+r^2) = 21.99114858 m^3
if this object were to be filled with water then what would be the pressure of the water at the bottom of the object?
 
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Robin Murphy said:
hey guys. bellow is an upside down cone frustum with the dimensions given bellow where the green R is the radius of the larger circle and the blue r is the radius of the smaller circle and the red h to be the height of the object
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knowing that volume of this shape is calculated as (πh/3)×(R^2+Rr+r^2) = 21.99114858 m^3
if this object were to be filled with water then what would be the pressure of the water at the bottom of the object?
What equations and principles have you been taught relating to pressure in a liquid?
 

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