Question

Rank in order, from largest to smallest, the pressures at d, e, and f in FIGURE Q14.2. Explain

Short answer

The order or pressure is as : P_d > P_f > P_e

Step-by-step solution

Given information

Three points d,e and f are shown in a container filled with homogeneous liquid.

Explanation

The pressure of liquid depends on the density and depth below the surface (or opening) and atmospheric pressure.

P = hρg + Atmospheric pressure.

Where

P = pressure

h = depth of point from the surface or opening

ρ = density of liquid

g = gravitational acceleration

We see depth of d > depth of f > depth of e

h_d > h_f> h_e

so the pressure will be in order below.

P_d > P_f>P_e