Explanation should include the following:
- Bernoulli's principle—in a moving fluid (e.g., air), internal pressure and speed are inversely related
- Venturi tube effect—liquids travel faster at the narrow part of the tube (in the middle) where they become less pressurized
ACS:
AM.I.J.K5
AM.I.J.S7
Process/Skill Questions:
- How does the Venturi effect influence fluid flow?
- What is an everyday example of Bernoulli’s principle?
- How does an understanding of Bernoulli’s principle help complete a successful pressure test?