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Where did the irrigation-tank pressure calculation first go wrong?

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A pressure logger is 65 cm below the water surface in an irrigation tank. The water density is 1000 kg/m³ and gravitational field strength is 9.8 N/kg. Use p = hρg to calculate the pressure due to the water column at the logger. Give the pressure in pascals.

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4.5.5.1.2 Liquid pressure and upthrust

This challenge practises knowledge and exam skills from the official GCSE science curriculum. Use these sources to see the exact subject content and its wider Key Stage 4 context.

AQA specification 4.5.5.1.2 Liquid pressure and upthrust GOV.UK Key Stage 4 science programme

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