Water Potential Theory Derivation: Xylem & Biomechanics Project Help

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The discussion focuses on the need for a complete mathematical derivation of Water Potential theory in tree xylem for a biomechanics project. The original poster has struggled to find comprehensive resources, only encountering qualitative descriptions. A suggestion was made to consult Milne-Thomson's "Theoretical Hydrodynamics," with a link to a PDF provided. The responder noted a potential misunderstanding regarding the specific focus of the inquiry, encouraging the poster to review the table of contents for relevant information. Access to detailed mathematical derivations remains a key concern for the poster's project.
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I need a full derivation of Water Potential theory, specifically in tree Xylem, but any general derivation and explanation would be acceptable.


I've looked everywhere, the entire library in my university, and hours in google, but I can only find qualitative descriptions. I need the full mathematical derivation of the equations. I know there are relevant courses but I need this for a biomechanics project I'm working on.


Anyone know of any good books? Anyone take a course in this and has any useful information? Thanks.
 
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Try Milne-Thomson's Theoretical Hydrodynamics. You can find a pdf here:

http://archive.org/details/theoreticalhydro033283mbp

Edit: I assumed you wanted information about potential flow, but googling a bit more indicates it may not be the case, so check the table of contents to see if you can use something :)
 

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