Fluid Mechanics seventh edition by Frank M. White · Problem 2.6

Pressure Distribution in a Fluid — Frank M. White

Physics — Fluid Mechanics · stress-pressure-gradient-gage-pressure

Problem

Any pressure reading can be expressed as a length or head,

h = p/\rho g

. What is standard sea-level pressure expressed in

(a)

ft of glycerin,

(b)

inHg,

(c)

m of water, and

(d)

mm of ethanol? Assume all fluids are at 20°C.