Skip Ribbon Commands
Skip to main content
SharePoint

2B20.40 - Equilibrium Tubes

The Web Part cannot find an InfoPath form in the specified location. Either the location does not have an InfoPath form associated with it or it is on a different site collection. Modify the Web Part Properties and select a list or library on the current site.

​2B20.40 - Equilibrium Tubes

Preview
SelectSelected
Title2B20.40 - Equilibrium Tubes
Objective

Demonstrates the height of water in various arms of a connected system will be the same regardless of the shape of the container. ​

StatusAvailable
Assembly Instructions

Overview:  Make sure that dye in solution is fully dissolved and that no particles are suspended.  The Unit leaks slowly so it should be put into the large blue tray.  Make sure that the dyed solution is very dark for proper visibility.

Instructions:  A large container is filled with colored water and connected at the base through a valve to the special stand.  Begin with all valves closed.  The valve on the opposite side of the stand should flow to a sink for disposal when completed.  ​

 

Setup Time10
Operation Time5
Preview Time5
Operation Instructions

When ready to perform the experiment, make sure the valve to the tube to the sink is closed.  Next open the valve on the other side of the stand.  Finally, lift the valve to the large container full of water and watch the water flow into the tubes at equal heights regardless of the container shape.

An exportable version is available.​

ExportableYes
Demo on DimeNo
PIRA 200Yes
Export Instructions (if different)
HazardsNone
Analysis/Information
Category2 Fluid Mechanics
Subcategory2B - Statics of Fluids
KeywordsPascal's Vases, pressure, equilibrium, Pascal
Construction Information
 
Equipment TitleUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
  
QuantityUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
  
equilibrium tubes - plastic and large
4
equilibrium tube stand - large
1
bucket with relief hose
1
tray blue
1
red dye
water - from the tap
bench clamp
1
bench rod
1
monopod wooden rectangular base
1
Export Setup - small equilibrium tube set of 4, red dyed water, blocking plate
1