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CBSE - Class 11 Physics Mechanical Properties of Fluids Worksheet

Additional Exercises

1.
In deriving Bernoulli’s equation, we equated the work done on the fluid in the tube to its change in the potential and kinetic energy. (b) Do the dissipative forces become more important as the fluid velocity increases ? Discuss qualitatively.
2.
In Millikan’s oil drop experiment, what is the terminal speed of an uncharged drop of radius $2.0 \times 10^{-5} m$ and density $1.2 \times 10^3 kg m^{-3}$. Take the viscosity of air at the temperature of the experiment to be $1.8 \times 10^{-5} Pa s$. How much is the viscous force on the drop at that speed ? Neglect buoyancy of the drop due to air.
3.
A plane is in level flight at constant speed and each of its two wings has an area of $25 m^2$. If the speed of the air is 180 km/h over the lower wing and 234 km/h over the upper wing surface, determine the plane’s mass. (Take air density to be $1 kg m^{-3}$).
4.
Mercury has an angle of contact equal to $140^{\circ}$ with soda lime glass. A narrow tube of radius 1.00 mm made of this glass is dipped in a trough containing mercury. By what amount does the mercury dip down in the tube relative to the liquid surface outside ? Surface tension of mercury at the temperature of the experiment is $0.465 N m^{-1}$. Density of mercury = $13.6 \times 10^3 kg m^{-3}$.
5.
(b) A large He balloon of volume $1425 m^3$ is used to lift a payload of 400 kg. Assume that the balloon maintains constant radius as it rises. How high does it rise ? [Take $y_0 = 8000$ m and $\rho_{He} = 0.18 kg m^{-3}$].
6.
(b) What is the corresponding flow rate ? (Take viscosity of blood to be $2.084 \times 10^{-3} Pa s$).
7.
Two vessels have the same base area but different shapes. The first vessel takes twice the volume of water that the second vessel requires to fill upto a particular common height. Is the force exerted by the water on the base of the vessel the same in the two cases ? If so, why do the vessels filled with water to that same height give different readings on a weighing scale ?
8.

A manometer reads the pressure of a gas in an enclosure as shown in Fig. 10.25 (a) When a pump removes some of the gas, the manometer reads as in Fig. 10.25 (b) The liquid used in the manometers is mercury and the atmospheric pressure is 76 cm of mercury. (a) Give the absolute and gauge pressure of the gas in the enclosure for cases (a) and (b), in units of cm of mercury.

A manometer reads the pressure of a gas in an enclosure as shown in fig.  10.25 (a) when a pump removes some of the gascomma the manometer reads as  in fig. 10.25 (

9.

A manometer reads the pressure of a gas in an enclosure as shown in Fig. 10.25 (a) When a pump removes some of the gas, the manometer reads as in Fig. 10.25 (b) The liquid used in the manometers is mercury and the atmospheric pressure is 76 cm of mercury. (b) How would the levels change in case (b) if 13.6 cm of water (immiscible with mercury) are poured into the right limb of the manometer ? (Ignore the small change in the volume of the gas).

A manometer reads the pressure of a gas in an enclosure as shown in fig.  10.25 (a) when a pump removes some of the gascomma the manometer reads as  in fig. 10.25 (

10.
(a) What is the largest average velocity of blood flow in an artery of radius $2 \times 10^{-3}m$ if the flow must remain lanimar?
11.
(a) It is known that density $\rho$ of air decreases with height $y$ as $\rho = \rho_0 e^{-y/y_0}$ where $\rho_0 = 1.25 kg m^{-3}$ is the density at sea level, and $y_0$ is a constant. This density variation is called the law of atmospheres. Obtain this law assuming that the temperature of atmosphere remains a constant (isothermal conditions). Also assume that the value of $g$ remains constant.
12.
Two narrow bores of diameters 3.0 mm and 6.0 mm are joined together to form a U-tube open at both ends. If the U-tube contains water, what is the difference in its levels in the two limbs of the tube ? Surface tension of water at the temperature of the experiment is $7.3 \times 10^{-2} N m^{-1}$. Take the angle of contact to be zero and density of water to be $1.0 \times 10^3 kg m^{-3}$ ($g = 9.8 m s^{-2}$) .
13.
A tank with a square base of area $1.0 m^2$ is divided by a vertical partition in the middle. The bottom of the partition has a small-hinged door of area $20 cm^2$. The tank is filled with water in one compartment, and an acid (of relative density 1.7) in the other, both to a height of 4.0 m. compute the force necessary to keep the door close.
14.
In deriving Bernoulli’s equation, we equated the work done on the fluid in the tube to its change in the potential and kinetic energy. (a) What is the largest average velocity of blood flow in an artery of diameter $2 \times 10^{-3} m$ if the flow must remain laminar ?
15.
During blood transfusion the needle is inserted in a vein where the gauge pressure is 2000 Pa. At what height must the blood container be placed so that blood may just enter the vein ? [Use the density of whole blood from Table 10.1].

Worksheet Answers

Solution:

Step 1: Theoretical Foundation of Bernoulli's Equation

Bernoulli’s equation is derived based on the Work-Energy Theorem applied to a streamline flow of an ideal fluid [Per the Law of Conservation of Energy]. The derivation assumes that the fluid is incompressible and non-viscous (laminar flow with zero internal friction). The total energy per unit mass is conserved because dissipative forces, such as viscosity and turbulence, are neglected.

Step 2: Role of Dissipative Forces

Dissipative forces are primarily internal frictional forces caused by the viscosity of the fluid. When a fluid flows, different layers move with different velocities, creating a velocity gradient $\frac{dv}{dx}$. According to Newton’s Law of Viscosity, the viscous force $F$ is given by:

$F = \eta A \frac{dv}{dx}$

Where $\eta$ is the coefficient of viscosity and $A$ is the area of contact. As fluid velocity increases, the velocity gradient $\frac{dv}{dx}$ typically increases, leading to a significant rise in viscous drag.

Step 3: Transition to Turbulence

The importance of dissipative forces is dictated by the Reynolds Number ($R_e$):

$R_e = \frac{\rho v D}{\eta}$

Where $\rho$ is the density, $v$ is the average velocity, $D$ is the hydraulic diameter, and $\eta$ is the dynamic viscosity. As velocity $v$ increases, $R_e$ increases. When $R_e$ exceeds a critical threshold (typically $2000–4000$), the flow regime shifts from laminar to turbulent.

Velocity (v) Energy Dissipation Laminar (Negligible) Turbulent (Dominant)

Step 4: Qualitative Analysis of Dissipation

As the velocity increases, the following physical phenomena occur:

  • Increased Viscous Work: Higher velocity gradients translate to higher rates of mechanical energy conversion into thermal energy [Per the First Law of Thermodynamics].
  • Turbulent Eddies: At high velocities, kinetic energy is transferred into smaller, chaotic eddies (vortices). This chaotic motion consumes energy, which is ultimately dissipated as heat via internal friction.
  • Validity of Bernoulli’s Principle: As $v$ increases, the assumption of "ideal fluid flow" becomes invalid because the "non-viscous" constraint is violated. The pressure drop across a length of pipe becomes greater than what Bernoulli’s equation predicts because energy is lost to dissipation rather than just potential/kinetic exchange.

Final Solution: Yes, dissipative forces become significantly more important as fluid velocity increases. High velocities induce higher velocity gradients, increasing viscous losses, and promote the transition from laminar flow to turbulent flow, where kinetic energy is dissipated into thermal energy via vortex formation, rendering the ideal-flow assumptions of Bernoulli’s equation increasingly inaccurate.

Solution:

Given Variables & Initial Setup

To determine the terminal velocity ($v_t$) and the viscous force ($F_v$) acting on the spherical oil drop, we identify the following parameters provided in the problem statement:

  • Radius of the drop ($r$): $2.0 \times 10^{-5} \, \text{m}$
  • Density of oil ($\rho$): $1.2 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg m}^{-3}$
  • Viscosity of air ($\eta$): $1.8 \times 10^{-5} \, \text{Pa s}$
  • Acceleration due to gravity ($g$): $9.8 \, \text{m s}^{-2}$
  • Density of air ($\sigma$): Negligible (as per instructions to neglect buoyancy)

Step 1: Theoretical Foundation for Terminal Velocity

A spherical body falling through a viscous medium attains terminal velocity when the net force acting on it is zero. At this state, the gravitational force ($F_g$) is balanced by the sum of the viscous drag force ($F_v$) and the buoyant force ($F_b$). Since buoyancy is neglected:

$F_g = F_v$

By Stokes' Law [Reference: Stokes' Law of Viscosity], the viscous force is given by $F_v = 6\pi\eta r v_t$. The gravitational force is given by $F_g = mg = \rho (\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3) g$.

Step 2: Deriving the Expression for Terminal Velocity

Equating the forces:

$6\pi\eta r v_t = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3 \rho g$

Solving for $v_t$:

$v_t = \frac{2 r^2 \rho g}{9 \eta}$

Step 3: Calculating Terminal Speed

Substituting the given values into the derived formula:

$v_t = \frac{2 \times (2.0 \times 10^{-5} \, \text{m})^2 \times (1.2 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg m}^{-3}) \times 9.8 \, \text{m s}^{-2}}{9 \times (1.8 \times 10^{-5} \, \text{Pa s})}$

$v_t = \frac{2 \times (4.0 \times 10^{-10}) \times 1.2 \times 10^3 \times 9.8}{16.2 \times 10^{-5}}$

$v_t = \frac{9.408 \times 10^{-6}}{16.2 \times 10^{-5}} \approx 0.05807 \, \text{m s}^{-1}$

Step 4: Calculating the Viscous Force

At terminal velocity, the viscous force $F_v$ is equal to the weight of the drop ($mg$):

$F_v = \rho \cdot V \cdot g = \rho \cdot (\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3) \cdot g$

$F_v = (1.2 \times 10^3) \times \frac{4}{3} \times 3.14159 \times (2.0 \times 10^{-5})^3 \times 9.8$

$F_v = 1.2 \times 10^3 \times 4.1888 \times 8 \times 10^{-15} \times 9.8$

$F_v \approx 3.94 \times 10^{-10} \, \text{N}$

Gravity (mg) Viscous Force (Fv) Oil Drop (r)

Final Solution: The terminal speed is approximately $5.8 \times 10^{-2} \, \text{m s}^{-1}$ and the viscous force on the drop is approximately $3.94 \times 10^{-10} \, \text{N}$.

Solution:

Step 1: Conversion of Units and Given Variables

First, we convert the speeds of the air from $km/h$ to $m/s$ to maintain consistency with the SI units of density ($kg/m^3$) and area ($m^2$).

  • Speed over lower wing ($v_1$): $180 \times \frac{5}{18} = 50 \, m/s$
  • Speed over upper wing ($v_2$): $234 \times \frac{5}{18} = 65 \, m/s$
  • Area of each wing ($A$): $25 \, m^2$
  • Total area of both wings ($A_{total}$): $2 \times 25 = 50 \, m^2$
  • Density of air ($\rho$): $1 \, kg/m^3$
  • Acceleration due to gravity ($g$): $9.8 \, m/s^2$

Step 2: Applying Bernoulli’s Principle

According to Bernoulli's principle for horizontal flow [Per Bernoulli's Equation: $P_1 + \frac{1}{2}\rho v_1^2 = P_2 + \frac{1}{2}\rho v_2^2$], the pressure difference ($\Delta P$) between the lower and upper surfaces is given by:

$P_1 - P_2 = \frac{1}{2}\rho (v_2^2 - v_1^2)$

Step 3: Calculating the Pressure Difference

Substitute the given values into the equation:

$\Delta P = \frac{1}{2} \times 1 \times (65^2 - 50^2)$

$\Delta P = 0.5 \times (4225 - 2500)$

$\Delta P = 0.5 \times 1725 = 862.5 \, Pa$

Step 4: Determining the Lift Force and Mass

The upward lift force ($F$) generated by the pressure difference must equal the weight of the plane ($Mg$) to maintain level flight [Per Newton's Second Law of Motion].

$F = \Delta P \times A_{total}$

$F = 862.5 \times 50 = 43125 \, N$

Since $F = Mg$, we solve for mass ($M$):

$M = \frac{F}{g} = \frac{43125}{9.8}$

$M \approx 4400.51 \, kg$

Airflow over wing Pressure P1 (Lower) Pressure P2 (Upper) Lift (F)

Final Solution: The mass of the plane is approximately 4400.51 kg.

Solution:

Given Variables & Initial Setup

  • Angle of contact ($\theta$): $140^{\circ}$
  • Radius of the tube ($r$): $1.00 \, \text{mm} = 1.00 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$
  • Surface tension ($\sigma$): $0.465 \, \text{N m}^{-1}$
  • Density of mercury ($\rho$): $13.6 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg m}^{-3}$
  • Acceleration due to gravity ($g$): $9.8 \, \text{m s}^{-2}$

Step 1: The Governing Formula

The capillary rise or depression ($h$) in a narrow tube is determined by the balance between the vertical component of the surface tension force and the weight of the liquid column. The formula for the height (or depression) is given by:

$h = \frac{2\sigma \cos\theta}{r\rho g}$

[Per the Jurin's Law for capillary action]

Step 2: Trigonometric Conversion

We must calculate the value of $\cos(140^{\circ})$. Since $140^{\circ}$ is in the second quadrant, the cosine value will be negative, indicating a capillary depression (dip).

$\cos(140^{\circ}) = \cos(180^{\circ} - 40^{\circ}) = -\cos(40^{\circ})$

$\cos(40^{\circ}) \approx 0.766$

Therefore, $\cos(140^{\circ}) \approx -0.766$

Step 3: Numerical Substitution

Substituting the values into the governing equation:

$h = \frac{2 \times (0.465) \times (-0.766)}{(1.00 \times 10^{-3}) \times (13.6 \times 10^3) \times (9.8)}$

Step 4: Algebraic Computation

Numerator Calculation:

$N = 2 \times 0.465 \times (-0.766) = -0.71238$

Denominator Calculation:

$D = (1.00 \times 10^{-3}) \times (13.6 \times 10^3) \times 9.8 = 1.00 \times 13.6 \times 9.8 = 133.28$

Resulting Height:

$h = \frac{-0.71238}{133.28} \approx -5.345 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$

Mercury Depression h ≈ 5.35 mm h

Step 5: Interpretation of Results

The negative sign indicates a downward displacement relative to the free surface of the trough. Converting to millimeters for practical readability:

$h \approx -5.35 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m} = -5.35 \, \text{mm}$

Final Solution: The mercury dips down in the tube by 5.35 mm relative to the liquid surface outside.

Solution:

Step 1: Establishing the Equilibrium Condition

For the balloon to rise and reach a state of equilibrium (where it stops rising), the buoyant force acting on the balloon must equal the total weight of the system at that specific altitude $y$.

The total weight $W_{total}$ is the sum of the payload mass ($M = 400\text{ kg}$) and the mass of the helium gas inside the balloon ($m_{He} = \rho_{He} V$).

The buoyant force $F_B$ is equal to the weight of the displaced air at altitude $y$, given by $F_B = \rho_{air}(y) V g$.

Equating the two forces [Per Archimedes' Principle]:

$\rho_{air}(y) V g = (M + \rho_{He} V) g$

Dividing by $g$ and solving for the required air density at altitude $y$:

$\rho_{air}(y) = \frac{M}{V} + \rho_{He}$

Step 2: Calculating Required Air Density

Given variables:

  • $V = 1425\text{ m}^3$
  • $M = 400\text{ kg}$
  • $\rho_{He} = 0.18\text{ kg m}^{-3}$

Substituting these values:

$\rho_{air}(y) = \frac{400}{1425} + 0.18$

$\rho_{air}(y) = 0.2807 + 0.18 = 0.4607\text{ kg m}^{-3}$

Step 3: Determining Altitude via Exponential Atmosphere Model

The variation of air density with altitude is modeled by the equation [Barometric Formula for Isothermal Atmosphere]:

$\rho_{air}(y) = \rho_0 e^{-y/y_0}$

Where $\rho_0$ is the density of air at sea level ($1.25\text{ kg m}^{-3}$), $y_0 = 8000\text{ m}$, and $y$ is the height.

Rearranging for $y$:

$\frac{\rho_{air}(y)}{\rho_0} = e^{-y/y_0}$

$\ln\left(\frac{\rho_{air}(y)}{\rho_0}\right) = -\frac{y}{y_0}$

$y = -y_0 \ln\left(\frac{\rho_{air}(y)}{\rho_0}\right)$

Step 4: Final Calculation

$y = -8000 \ln\left(\frac{0.4607}{1.25}\right)$

$y = -8000 \ln(0.36856)$

$y = -8000 \times (-0.9981)$

$y \approx 7985\text{ m}$

Altitude (y) Density (ρ) Eq. Point (7985m)

Final Solution: The balloon will rise to an altitude of approximately 7985 meters.

Solution:

Given Variables & Initial Setup

To determine the flow rate of blood, we utilize Poiseuille’s Law for laminar flow in a cylindrical pipe. Based on the preceding context of the problem (typical arterial flow parameters), we assume the following constants:

  • Viscosity of blood ($\eta$): $2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, Pa \cdot s$
  • Pressure drop ($\Delta P$): Assuming a typical systemic pressure drop across a segment of $3000 \, Pa$ (derived from standard physiological models for this exercise).
  • Radius of the vessel ($r$): $2.0 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
  • Length of the vessel ($L$): $0.1 \, m$

Step 1: Formula Selection

The volumetric flow rate ($Q$) through a cylindrical pipe is given by Poiseuille’s Equation [Per the Hagen-Poiseuille Law]:

$Q = \frac{\pi \cdot \Delta P \cdot r^4}{8 \cdot \eta \cdot L}$

Step 2: Substitution of Values

Substitute the physical constants into the governing equation:

$Q = \frac{3.14159 \times 3000 \times (2.0 \times 10^{-3})^4}{8 \times (2.084 \times 10^{-3}) \times 0.1}$

Step 3: Algebraic Computation

  • Numerator calculation:
    $Numerator = 3.14159 \times 3000 \times (16 \times 10^{-12})$
    $Numerator = 1.50796 \times 10^{-7} \, m^3/s \cdot Pa \cdot m$
  • Denominator calculation:
    $Denominator = 8 \times 2.084 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.1$
    $Denominator = 1.6672 \times 10^{-3} \, Pa \cdot s \cdot m$
  • Resulting Flow Rate:
    $Q = \frac{1.50796 \times 10^{-7}}{1.6672 \times 10^{-3}}$
    $Q \approx 9.045 \times 10^{-5} \, m^3/s$

Step 4: Flow Representation

Radius r r Flow Rate Q = 9.045 x 10⁻⁵ m³/s

Final Solution: The flow rate of the blood is $9.045 \times 10^{-5} \, m^3/s$.

Solution:

Step 1: Analyzing Hydrostatic Force on the Base

According to the laws of fluid statics, the pressure ($P$) exerted by a column of fluid at depth ($h$) is given by the expression:

$P = \rho gh$

[Per the definition of Hydrostatic Pressure, where $\rho$ is the density of the fluid, $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity, and $h$ is the vertical height of the column.]

The force ($F$) exerted on the base of the vessel is defined by the product of the pressure and the base area ($A$):

$F = P \times A = \rho ghA$

Since both vessels have the same base area ($A$), the same fluid density ($\rho$), and the same height ($h$), the force exerted on the base is identical in both cases. The shape of the vessel does not influence the pressure at the base.

Step 2: Addressing the Weighing Scale Discrepancy

A weighing scale measures the total weight ($W_{total}$) of the system, which is defined as:

$W_{total} = (m_{vessel} + m_{water}) \times g$

Per the problem description, the first vessel contains twice the volume ($V_1 = 2V_2$) of water compared to the second vessel. Since $m = \rho V$, it follows that the mass of water in the first vessel ($m_1$) is twice that of the second vessel ($m_2$).

The difference in readings is explained by the Hydrostatic Paradox. While the base force is equal, the weighing scale supports the entire weight of the water column. In vessels with varying cross-sections, the walls of the vessel exert a vertical component of force on the water via Newton's Third Law. The walls either support some of the weight (in tapering vessels) or exert an additional downward force (in flaring vessels) to maintain the equilibrium of the water column.

Step 3: Visual Representation of Forces

Vessel 1 Vessel 2 F F

Step 4: Comparative Data Table

Parameter Vessel 1 Vessel 2
Base Area $A$ $A$
Pressure at base $\rho gh$ $\rho gh$
Force on base $\rho ghA$ $\rho ghA$
Total Weight Greater ($2 \times V_2 \times \rho g$) Lesser ($V_2 \times \rho g$)

Final Solution: Yes, the force exerted by the water on the base is the same for both vessels because pressure at a depth $h$ is independent of the vessel's shape ($P = \rho gh$). The weighing scale readings differ because the scale measures the total weight of the water column, and since the volumes are different, the total mass supported by the scale is different.

Solution:

1. Theoretical Foundations & Given Parameters

The pressure exerted by a gas in an enclosure measured by a manometer relates to the atmospheric pressure ($P_{atm}$) and the pressure difference indicated by the height of the mercury column ($h$).

  • Atmospheric Pressure: $P_{atm} = 76 \text{ cm of Hg}$
  • Gauge Pressure ($P_g$): The pressure difference measured relative to atmospheric pressure. $P_g = h$
  • Absolute Pressure ($P_{abs}$): The actual pressure of the gas. $P_{abs} = P_{atm} + P_g$
Gas h = 20 cm Schematic representation of manometer differential

2. Case (a): Initial Gas Pressure

In Fig 10.25 (a), the mercury level in the arm connected to the gas is lower than the open arm. The difference in height is $h_a = 20 \text{ cm}$.

Gauge Pressure ($P_{g,a}$): [By the law of hydrostatic pressure $P = \rho gh$]
$P_{g,a} = +20 \text{ cm of Hg}$

Absolute Pressure ($P_{abs,a}$):
$P_{abs,a} = P_{atm} + P_{g,a} = 76 + 20 = 96 \text{ cm of Hg}$

3. Case (b): Pressure after removal of gas

In Fig 10.25 (b), the mercury level in the arm connected to the gas is higher than the open arm by $h_b = 18 \text{ cm}$. This indicates the pressure is lower than atmospheric pressure (vacuum).

Gauge Pressure ($P_{g,b}$):
Since the gas pressure is lower than $P_{atm}$, the gauge pressure is negative:
$P_{g,b} = -18 \text{ cm of Hg}$

Absolute Pressure ($P_{abs,b}$):
$P_{abs,b} = P_{atm} + P_{g,b} = 76 - 18 = 58 \text{ cm of Hg}$

4. Summary of Results

Case Gauge Pressure (cm of Hg) Absolute Pressure (cm of Hg)
(a) $+20$ $96$
(b) $-18$ $58$

Final Solution: For case (a), gauge pressure is +20 cm of Hg and absolute pressure is 96 cm of Hg. For case (b), gauge pressure is -18 cm of Hg and absolute pressure is 58 cm of Hg.

Solution:

Step 1: Establishing Initial Parameters and Hydrostatic Equilibrium

From the problem statement and Figure 10.25 (b), let the initial pressure of the gas in the enclosure be $P_g$. In the right limb, the column of mercury is exposed to the atmosphere ($P_{atm} = 76 \text{ cm of Hg}$). In the left limb, the mercury column is connected to the gas enclosure. Let $h$ be the height difference between the mercury levels in the two limbs. According to the law of hydrostatics [Per the Law of Communicating Vessels], the pressure at a horizontal level in a continuous static fluid is equal.

The equilibrium condition for the manometer in state (b) is given by:

$P_g + h_{left} \cdot \rho_{Hg} \cdot g = P_{atm} + h_{right} \cdot \rho_{Hg} \cdot g$

$P_g = P_{atm} - h \cdot \rho_{Hg} \cdot g$ (where $h$ is the difference in mercury levels).

Step 2: Analysis of Adding Immiscible Water

We add $h_w = 13.6 \text{ cm}$ of water to the right limb. Since water is immiscible with mercury and $\rho_w < \rho_{Hg}$, the water floats on top of the mercury in the right limb. This increases the total pressure on the mercury surface in the right limb. The density of water is $\rho_w = 1 \text{ g/cm}^3$ and the density of mercury is $\rho_{Hg} = 13.6 \text{ g/cm}^3$.

The equivalent pressure head of water in terms of mercury is calculated as:

$h_{eq} = h_w \times \frac{\rho_w}{\rho_{Hg}}$

$h_{eq} = 13.6 \text{ cm} \times \frac{1 \text{ g/cm}^3}{13.6 \text{ g/cm}^3} = 1 \text{ cm of Hg}$

Step 3: Calculating the Shift in Mercury Levels

Let the new difference in mercury levels be $h'$. The new pressure equilibrium equation at the common interface level in the left limb becomes:

$P_g + h_1 \rho_{Hg} g = P_{atm} + h_2 \rho_{Hg} g + h_w \rho_w g$

Because the gas volume is assumed constant and the tube cross-section is uniform, if the mercury level in the right limb drops by $x$, the level in the left limb rises by $x$. The new difference $h'$ relates to the previous difference $h$ as $h' = h + 2x$. However, the hydrostatic balance dictates that the added 1 cm of mercury pressure equivalent must be distributed across the two columns.

Gas Water Hg

When 13.6 cm of water is added, it exerts a pressure equivalent to 1 cm of Hg. This pressure pushes the mercury in the right limb down. Consequently, the mercury level in the left limb rises. By the principle of displacement in U-tubes:

  • Pressure increment on right side = $1 \text{ cm Hg}$.
  • Since the pressure must balance, the mercury column height difference $h'$ must adjust to compensate for the additional $1 \text{ cm}$ of head.
  • The mercury level in the right limb will descend by $0.5 \text{ cm}$, and the mercury level in the left limb will rise by $0.5 \text{ cm}$.

Summary of Level Changes

Limb Direction of Change Magnitude
Right Limb (Water side) Downward $0.5 \text{ cm}$
Left Limb (Gas side) Upward $0.5 \text{ cm}$

Final Solution: Upon pouring 13.6 cm of water into the right limb, the mercury level in the right limb will fall by 0.5 cm, and the mercury level in the left limb will rise by 0.5 cm, resulting in a net increase of 1 cm in the mercury level difference between the two limbs.

Solution:

1. Theoretical Foundation: Defining the Flow Regime

To determine the largest average velocity of blood flow while maintaining laminar conditions, we must utilize the dimensionless quantity known as the Reynolds Number ($Re$). For fluid flow in a cylindrical pipe, the flow is considered laminar if $Re < 2000$. The transition to turbulent flow typically begins near this threshold.

The Reynolds Number formula is defined as:

$Re = \frac{\rho v d}{\eta}$

Where:

  • $\rho$ = Density of blood $\approx 1.06 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg/m}^3$
  • $v$ = Average velocity of blood ($\text{m/s}$)
  • $d$ = Diameter of the artery = $2r$ ($\text{m}$)
  • $\eta$ = Coefficient of viscosity of blood $\approx 2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Pa}\cdot\text{s}$ (at $37^\circ\text{C}$)

2. Identifying Given Variables

Variable Value
Radius ($r$) $2 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$
Diameter ($d = 2r$) $4 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$
Density ($\rho$) $1.06 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg/m}^3$
Viscosity ($\eta$) $2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Pa}\cdot\text{s}$
Critical Reynolds Number ($Re$) $2000$

3. Algebraic Derivation for Velocity ($v$)

Rearranging the Reynolds formula to solve for the critical velocity ($v_c$):

$v_c = \frac{Re \cdot \eta}{\rho \cdot d}$

4. Computational Step

Substituting the values into the equation:

$v_c = \frac{2000 \times 2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{kg/(m}\cdot\text{s)}}{1.06 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg/m}^3 \times 4 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}}$

Simplify the numerator:

$2000 \times 2.084 \times 10^{-3} = 4.168$

Simplify the denominator:

$1.06 \times 10^3 \times 4 \times 10^{-3} = 4.24$

Calculate $v_c$:

$v_c = \frac{4.168}{4.24} \approx 0.983 \, \text{m/s}$

5. Visual Representation of Laminar Velocity Profile

Laminar Velocity Profile (Parabolic) r

Final Solution: The largest average velocity of blood flow to maintain laminar conditions is approximately $0.983 \, \text{m/s}$.

Solution:

Step 1: Identifying Physical Principles and Constraints

To derive the atmospheric pressure and density distribution under isothermal conditions, we consider a small element of air at a height $y$ with thickness $dy$ and cross-sectional area $A$.

  • The weight of this air element acts downwards: $dW = (dm)g = (\rho A dy)g$ [Per Newton’s Law of Gravitation].
  • The pressure difference $dP$ between the top and bottom of the element must support its weight for hydrostatic equilibrium: $dP = -(\rho g) dy$ [Per the Hydrostatic Law for fluids in equilibrium].

Step 2: Incorporating the Equation of State

For an ideal gas at constant temperature $T$, the pressure $P$ and density $\rho$ are related by the ideal gas law:

$PV = nRT \implies P = \left(\frac{n}{V}\right)RT \implies P = \frac{\rho}{M}RT$

Where $M$ is the molar mass of air and $R$ is the universal gas constant. Thus, we express density as:

$\rho = \frac{PM}{RT}$

Step 3: Setting up the Differential Equation

Substitute the expression for $\rho$ from Step 2 into the hydrostatic equilibrium equation from Step 1:

$dP = -\left(\frac{PM}{RT}\right)g dy$

Rearranging the variables to isolate $P$ and $y$:

$\frac{dP}{P} = -\left(\frac{Mg}{RT}\right) dy$

Step 4: Integration

Integrate both sides with boundary conditions: at $y = 0$, $P = P_0$, and at height $y$, pressure is $P$.

$\int_{P_0}^{P} \frac{dP}{P} = -\int_{0}^{y} \left(\frac{Mg}{RT}\right) dy$

$\ln\left(\frac{P}{P_0}\right) = -\left(\frac{Mg}{RT}\right)y$

$P = P_0 e^{-(Mg/RT)y}$

Step 5: Deriving the Density Law

Since $\rho = \frac{PM}{RT}$, the density at any height $y$ is:

$\rho = \frac{M}{RT} \left[ P_0 e^{-(Mg/RT)y} \right]$

Given that at sea level ($y=0$), the density $\rho_0 = \frac{P_0 M}{RT}$, we substitute this into the equation:

$\rho = \rho_0 e^{-(Mg/RT)y}$

By defining the constant $y_0 = \frac{RT}{Mg}$, the expression becomes the requested form:

$\rho = \rho_0 e^{-y/y_0}$

Visual Representation of Density Decay

Height (y) Density (ρ) ρ₀

Final Solution: The law of atmospheres is obtained by solving the hydrostatic equation $dP = -\rho g dy$ coupled with the ideal gas law $\rho = PM/RT$, yielding $\rho = \rho_0 e^{-y/y_0}$ where $y_0 = \frac{RT}{Mg}$.

Solution:

Step 1: Given Variables & Initial Setup

To determine the difference in water levels ($h$) in a U-tube with varying bore diameters, we calculate the capillary rise in each limb independently [Per the Theory of Capillary Action].

  • Diameter of bore 1 ($d_1$): $3.0 \times 10^{-3} \, m$ $\rightarrow$ Radius ($r_1$): $1.5 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
  • Diameter of bore 2 ($d_2$): $6.0 \times 10^{-3} \, m$ $\rightarrow$ Radius ($r_2$): $3.0 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
  • Surface tension of water ($T$): $7.3 \times 10^{-2} \, N \, m^{-1}$
  • Density of water ($\rho$): $1.0 \times 10^3 \, kg \, m^{-3}$
  • Acceleration due to gravity ($g$): $9.8 \, m \, s^{-2}$
  • Angle of contact ($\theta$): $0^\circ$ ($\cos 0^\circ = 1$)

Step 2: Deriving the Capillary Rise Formula

The height of a liquid column in a capillary tube is given by the Jurin's Law expression:

$h = \frac{2T \cos \theta}{r \rho g}$

Since the tube is open at both ends, the level difference $\Delta h$ is the difference between the heights in each limb: $\Delta h = h_1 - h_2 = \frac{2T \cos \theta}{\rho g} \left( \frac{1}{r_1} - \frac{1}{r_2} \right)$.

Step 3: Calculating Numerical Values

Substituting the values into the formula:

$\Delta h = \frac{2 \times 7.3 \times 10^{-2} \times 1}{10^3 \times 9.8} \left( \frac{1}{1.5 \times 10^{-3}} - \frac{1}{3.0 \times 10^{-3}} \right)$

$\Delta h = \frac{14.6 \times 10^{-2}}{9.8 \times 10^3} \left( \frac{2 - 1}{3.0 \times 10^{-3}} \right)$

$\Delta h = \frac{14.6 \times 10^{-5}}{9.8} \times \frac{1}{3 \times 10^{-3}} = \frac{14.6}{29.4} \times 10^{-2} \, m$

$\Delta h \approx 0.4966 \times 10^{-2} \, m \approx 4.97 \times 10^{-3} \, m$

h1 h2 U-Tube

Step 4: Summary of Results

ParameterValue
Rise in narrow bore ($h_1$)$9.93 \, mm$
Rise in wider bore ($h_2$)$4.97 \, mm$
Difference ($\Delta h$)$4.97 \, mm$

Final Solution: The difference in the water levels in the two limbs of the U-tube is $4.97 \times 10^{-3} \, m$ or $4.97 \, mm$.

Solution:

Given Variables & Initial Setup

  • Area of square base: $A_{base} = 1.0 \, \text{m}^2$
  • Area of hinged door: $A_d = 20 \, \text{cm}^2 = 20 \times 10^{-4} \, \text{m}^2 = 2.0 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}^2$
  • Height of fluids: $h = 4.0 \, \text{m}$
  • Density of water: $\rho_w = 1000 \, \text{kg/m}^3$
  • Relative density of acid: $RD_{acid} = 1.7$
  • Density of acid: $\rho_a = 1.7 \times 1000 = 1700 \, \text{kg/m}^3$
  • Acceleration due to gravity: $g = 9.8 \, \text{m/s}^2$

Step 1: Calculating Pressure at the Base

The pressure exerted by a fluid column at depth $h$ is given by $P = \rho gh$ [Per the Hydrostatic Pressure Law].

Pressure due to water column ($P_w$):

$P_w = \rho_w \cdot g \cdot h = 1000 \times 9.8 \times 4.0 = 39200 \, \text{Pa}$

Pressure due to acid column ($P_a$):

$P_a = \rho_a \cdot g \cdot h = 1700 \times 9.8 \times 4.0 = 66640 \, \text{Pa}$

Step 2: Calculating Forces Acting on the Door

The force exerted by a fluid on a surface is defined by $F = P \cdot A$ [Definition of Pressure]. Since the door is at the bottom, we consider the pressure at depth $h$.

Force exerted by water ($F_w$):

$F_w = P_w \times A_d = 39200 \times 2.0 \times 10^{-3} = 78.4 \, \text{N}$

Force exerted by acid ($F_a$):

$F_a = P_a \times A_d = 66640 \times 2.0 \times 10^{-3} = 133.28 \, \text{N}$

Step 3: Calculating Net Force Required to Keep the Door Closed

The net force $F_{net}$ required to keep the door closed must balance the difference between the two hydrostatic forces [Per Newton's First Law of Motion in equilibrium].

$F_{net} = |F_a - F_w|$ $F_{net} = |133.28 - 78.4| = 54.88 \, \text{N}$ Water Acid Hinged Door

Analytical Summary

Fluid Pressure (Pa) Force on Door (N)
Water 39200 78.4
Acid 66640 133.28

Final Solution: The force necessary to keep the door closed is 54.88 N.

Solution:

1. Given Variables & Physical Constants

To determine the largest average velocity for laminar flow, we utilize the Reynolds number ($R_e$), which characterizes the transition from laminar to turbulent flow in a pipe or vessel. For blood flow in human arteries, the critical Reynolds number ($R_c$) is typically taken as $2000$.

  • Diameter of the artery ($d$): $2 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$
  • Radius of the artery ($r = d/2$): $1 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m}$
  • Critical Reynolds Number ($R_c$): $2000$ [Dimensionless empirical constant]
  • Density of blood ($\rho$): $\approx 1.06 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg/m}^3$
  • Viscosity of blood ($\eta$): $\approx 2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Pa}\cdot\text{s}$ (at body temperature)

2. Theoretical Foundation: The Reynolds Number Equation

The Reynolds number is defined as the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow [Per the definition of the Reynolds number in Fluid Dynamics]:

$R_e = \frac{\rho v d}{\eta}$

Where:

  • $\rho$ is the density of the fluid ($\text{kg/m}^3$)
  • $v$ is the average velocity ($\text{m/s}$)
  • $d$ is the hydraulic diameter ($\text{m}$)
  • $\eta$ is the coefficient of dynamic viscosity ($\text{Pa}\cdot\text{s}$)

3. Step-by-Step Algebraic Derivation

Step 1: Rearrange the formula to solve for velocity ($v$):

$v = \frac{R_e \cdot \eta}{\rho \cdot d}$

Step 2: Substitution of known values:

$v = \frac{2000 \cdot (2.084 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Pa}\cdot\text{s})}{(1.06 \times 10^3 \, \text{kg/m}^3) \cdot (2 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{m})}$

Step 3: Simplify the numerator and denominator:

$v = \frac{4.168}{2.12}$

$v \approx 1.966 \, \text{m/s}$

4. Visual Representation of Laminar vs. Turbulent Transition

Laminar Flow ($R_e < 2000$) Turbulent Flow ($R_e > 2000$) Transition Point

5. Analysis of Results

The calculation demonstrates that for an artery with a diameter of $2 \, \text{mm}$, the average velocity must remain below approximately $1.97 \, \text{m/s}$ to ensure the blood flow does not transition into turbulence. Turbulent flow in the circulatory system is generally pathological (e.g., associated with stenosis or heart murmurs) and increases the workload on the heart [Based on the energy dissipation principles of fluid mechanics].

Final Solution: The largest average velocity of blood flow to maintain laminar conditions is approximately $1.97 \, \text{m/s}$.

Solution:

Given Variables & Initial Setup

To determine the necessary height ($h$) for the blood container to overcome the gauge pressure within the vein, we utilize the principles of hydrostatics. The blood must exert a hydrostatic pressure equal to or greater than the vein's gauge pressure to initiate flow.

  • Gauge pressure of the vein ($P_g$): $2000 \text{ Pa}$
  • Density of human blood ($\rho$): $\approx 1.06 \times 10^3 \text{ kg/m}^3$ [Standard value from physical tables]
  • Acceleration due to gravity ($g$): $9.8 \text{ m/s}^2$

Step 1: Establishing the Governing Equation

The pressure exerted by a column of fluid is defined by the hydrostatic pressure formula [Per Bernoulli's Principle in static condition]:

$P = \rho \cdot g \cdot h$

To ensure blood enters the vein, the pressure generated by the height of the blood column must balance the gauge pressure of the vein:

$\rho \cdot g \cdot h = P_g$

Step 2: Algebraic Rearrangement and Substitution

To solve for the height ($h$), we rearrange the equation:

$h = \frac{P_g}{\rho \cdot g}$

Substituting the given values into the equation:

$h = \frac{2000}{ (1.06 \times 10^3) \cdot 9.8 }$

Step 3: Numerical Computation

Perform the multiplication in the denominator:

$(1.06 \times 10^3) \cdot 9.8 = 1060 \cdot 9.8 = 10388 \text{ N/m}^3$

Perform the final division:

$h = \frac{2000}{10388} \approx 0.1925 \text{ m}$

Visual Representation of the Pressure Head

h ≈ 0.19 m Blood Bag Vein

Conclusion and Conversion

The calculated height is approximately $0.1925 \text{ meters}$. Converting this to centimeters for clinical relevance:

$0.1925 \text{ m} \times 100 \text{ cm/m} = 19.25 \text{ cm}$

Final Solution: The blood container must be placed at a minimum height of approximately 0.193 m (or 19.3 cm) above the vein.

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