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In torricellis theorem why we take P1=p2=atmospheric pressure?
SteamKing said:
Torricelli's theorem is a fundamental principle in fluid mechanics that describes the flow of a liquid through an opening in a container. It is important because it allows us to calculate the speed of fluid flow and the rate at which it will empty from a container.
The derivation of Torricelli's theorem involves using the principle of conservation of energy to equate the potential energy of the fluid at the surface to the kinetic energy of the fluid as it exits the opening. This results in the equation v = sqrt(2gh), where v is the velocity of the fluid, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is the height of the fluid above the opening.
The derivation assumes that the fluid is incompressible, non-viscous, and that there is no energy loss due to friction. It also assumes that the opening is small compared to the size of the container and that the fluid is flowing through the opening into a vacuum.
Yes, Torricelli's theorem can be applied to all types of fluids as long as the assumptions made in the derivation hold true. However, for more complex fluids, such as those with high viscosity, the equation may need to be modified to take into account the effects of viscosity.
Torricelli's theorem has many practical applications, such as in designing water tanks, calculating flow rates in pipes, and predicting the behavior of water jets in fountains. It is also used in weather forecasting to predict the speed of air flow in hurricanes and other storms.