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jumbogala
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Homework Statement
What is the longest vertical straw you could possibly drink from?
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
The solution says to use p = ρgd, but I don't understand why or how you can use it.
I have a suspicion p = 101 325 Pa (atmospheric pressure)
and ρ = 1000 kg/m^3, the density of water
And it actually gives the right answer, which is 10.3 m. I just don't understand why this works or even why you use that formula. Thanks!