Bernoulli's principle
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The question is asking for an explanation or description of Bernoulli's principle, which is a fundamental principle in fluid dynamics that describes the behavior of fluids under varying conditions of flow and height.
Answer
As the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure or potential energy decreases.
Bernoulli's principle explains that as the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure decreases or its potential energy decreases.
Answer for screen readers
Bernoulli's principle explains that as the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure decreases or its potential energy decreases.
More Information
Bernoulli's principle is named after Daniel Bernoulli, who first published it in 1738. It is pivotal in explaining how airplanes achieve lift and various other phenomena in fluid dynamics such as the operation of a carburetor in an engine.
Tips
It's common to misunderstand that increased fluid speed leads to increased pressure, but Bernoulli's principle actually states the opposite.
Sources
- Bernoulli's principle - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- What is Bernoulli's equation? (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Bernoulli's Principle: Real-World Applications | AstroCamp - astrocamp.org
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