Physics Laboratory

SANTIAGO PRIETO 10°C

Abstract
This lab is intended to allow the comprehension of the characteristics that are present in
hydrodynamics, it’s variables and real-world applications. We also seek to understand how these
hydrodynamic laws interact with our daily lives and how we can recognize them.

Resumen
Este laboratorio busca permitir la comprensión de las características especificas presentes en la
hidrodinámica, así como sus variables y aplicaciones en la vida real. También busca dar a entender como
estas leyes hidrodinámicas interactúan con nuestra vida diaria y como reconocer sus efectos.

Theoretical Framework

Hydrodynamics natural quantities are conserved under their

respective appropriate conditions, a variety of
Hydrodynamics is the branch of physics that
physical phenomena may be described using
studies the movement of fluids and their
continuity equations.
interactions. A fluid being a substance which
has a weak attraction force between particles, it Bernoulli
has a high dynamicity, as it can act in many
The Bernoulli equation is one of the most
ways and has a different set of margins
fundamental physical equations in
imposed. It also studies the different forces that
hydrodynamics, since it encompasses every
are imposed unto solids by liquids and liquid
ideal liquid and it also describes situations
motion.
accurately, using simple but important
Continuity variables. The equation considers the variables
of pressure, height, density and velocity. The
A continuity equation in physics is an equation
equation is as follows:
that describes the transport of some quantity. It
is particularly simple and powerful when ( ρv 1 )2 ( ρv 2)2
P 1+ + ρgh1=P2+ + ρgh2
applied to a conserved quantity, but it can be 2 2
generalized to apply to any extensive
P= Pressure ρ = Density v= Velocity
substance’s number or quantity. Since mass,
g= Gravity h= Height
energy, momentum, electric charge and other
Flow (Caudal)
Flow is defined as the quantity of fluid (gas,
liquid or vapor) that passes a point per. unit
time. A simple equation to represent this is.  laws.
Flow = Quantity (Q)
The variable of quantity as its stated above, is
the variable that stands for how much of the
fluid has been set in motion through or across a
certain point or region in a defined time frame.
Objectives
 To comprehend the meaning of
hydrodynamics, flow and fluid motion
 To internalize and understand the
situations and problems that can be
solved by using hydrodynamics.
 To understand and reveal the purpose
of the different equations and variables
used to determine the solution to the

Q= A∗V different exercises and apply them to

daily life.
Other important sets of equations are the
following: Procedure
A 1∗v 1=A 2∗v 2
Bottle Experiment - Part 1
2
y= ¿ Uncapped
2
Hole 1 22 cm
x=v∗t
v=√ 2 gh
v=√ 2 gh v=√ 2∗9.8∗0.2 2
m
v=2.07
s
Materials 2
y= ¿
2
 Computer y
t=
√ g
∗2

 Calculator 0.22
t=
√ 9.8
∗2

 1.5L Bottle t=0.2 s

x=v∗t
 House Faucet x3 x=2.07∗0. 2
x=0.41 m
Hole 2 26cm

v=√ 2 gh Capped
v=√ 2∗9.8∗0. 2 6 Hole 1 22 cm
m v=√ 2 gh+ P
v=2.25
s
v=√ 2∗9.8∗0.2 2+101,325
2
y= ¿ m
2 v=308.32
s
y
t=
√ g
∗2
y= ¿
2
2

0.26
t=
√ 9.8
∗2
t=
√ y
g
∗2
t=0. 23 s
0.22
x=v∗t
x=2.25∗0.23
t=
√ 9.8
∗2

t=0.2 s
x=0 . 51 m x=v∗t
x=308.32∗0.2
Hole 3 30cm x=61.66 m
v=√ 2 gh Hole 2 26cm

v=√ 2∗9.8∗0. 3 v=√ 2 gh+ P

m v=√ 2∗9.8∗0. 26+101,325
v=2.42
s
m
2 v=318.32
y= ¿ s
2 2
y= ¿
y 2
t=
√ g
∗2
y
t=
0.3
√
9.8
∗2
t=
√ g
∗2

0.26
t=0.24 s
x=v∗t
t=
√ 9.8
∗2

t=0. 23 s
x=2.42∗0.24 x=v∗t
x=0.58 m x=¿ 0.23
x=73.21 m
 Q=0,0002/5,4

Q=3.703∗10−5
Hole 3 30cm

v=√ 2 gh+ P
v=√ 2∗9.8∗0. 3+101,325
m
v=318.32
s
2
y= ¿
2
y
t=
√ g
∗2

0.3
t=
√ 9.8
∗2

t=0.24 s
x=v∗t
x=¿ 0.24
x=76.39 m
ANALISIS
The first experiment shows normal and
accurate results. It seems that for the capped
part of the experiment, there is a slight
miscalculation that the equation cannot
oversee, making the liquid for all three holes
nearly go at the speed of sound. This, it is my
belief, can only be because of the assumption
that it is an ideal liquid with no friction, and
maybe also because of us not knowing the area
of the fissure in the bottle.
Faucet Experiment – Part 2

Faucet #1

V=200 ml

t= 5,4s

V
Q=
t
Faucet #2

V=200 ml

t= 3,3s

V
Q=
t
Q=0,0002/3.3

Q=6.06∗10−5

Faucet #3

V=200 ml

t= 4,6s

V
Q=
t
Q=0,0002/4,6

Q=4.347∗10−5
ANALISIS
We can see that different faucets can have a
different speed at which they can deliver the
same amount of volume. This is understandable
and makes perfect sense if all faucets are
different.

Conclusions
 We have concluded that the area which
contains and releases the liquid is
essential to understand speed and flow
of the liquid itself.
 We can also conclude that in a short
enough period, the flow of liquids is
miniscule, given it even needed to be
expressed in scientific notation.
 It is our conclusion as well that pressure
can change the equations drastically
and can even affect the accuracy of the
equations.