What is the speed of the fluid when all of it is in the horizontal section?

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The discussion centers on the application of the equation v = √(2gh) in fluid dynamics, specifically regarding the speed of fluid in a horizontal section. It emphasizes that simply plugging numbers into the equation is insufficient without understanding its derivation and implications. The equation originates from the principles of energy conservation in fluid mechanics, indicating that the velocity of fluid is influenced by gravitational potential energy. Participants highlight the importance of contextualizing the equation within the broader framework of fluid behavior.

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Hi befo, welcome to PF. Just plugging the numbers into [itex]v=\sqrt{2gh}[/itex] won't work here; you've got to think about what the equation is telling you. Where did [itex]v=\sqrt{2gh}[/itex] come from?
 

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