Why Does Water Flow from Low to High Energy Levels?

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Homework Statement


As we all know , energy will lose from high to low. in the equation , the energy at A ( Pa +za +](Va)^2 ]/2g ) is higher , while the energy at B is lower. So, why the water flow from B to A ? why not A to B ?
20.39 +10.52-hf = 32.98

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foo9008 said:

Homework Statement


As we all know , energy will lose from high to low. in the equation , the energy at A ( Pa +za +](Va)^2 ]/2g ) is higher , while the energy at B is lower. So, why the water flow from B to A ? why not A to B ?
20.39 +10.52-hf = 32.98

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

You forgot the pressure differences.
 
foo9008 said:
As we all know , energy will lose from high to low. in the equation , the energy at A ( Pa +za +](Va)^2 ]/2g ) is higher , while the energy at B is lower. So, why the water flow from B to A ? why not A to B ?

chek the pressure values -it must be supporting the flow? that's how one pumps water to higher levels!
 
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