University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 12 - Fluid Mechanics - Problems - Exercises - Page 391: 12.17

Answer

The external-internal pressure difference is $6.0\times 10^4~Pa$.

Work Step by Step

The external-internal pressure difference is equal to the gauge pressure at a depth of 6.1 meters. We can find the gauge pressure at this depth. $P_G = \rho~g~h$ $P_G = (1000~kg/m^3)(9.80~m/s^2)(6.1~m)$ $P_G = 6.0\times 10^4~Pa$ The external-internal pressure difference is $6.0\times 10^4~Pa$.
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