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| Which subject | Physics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 9 |
| What topic | hydraulics |
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| Number of questions | 10 |
| Number of answers | 4 |
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Answer the following questions to test your understanding of hydraulics. For questions that provide answer choices, select the correct answer.
What is the principle behind hydraulic systems?
Hydraulic systems operate based on which of the following principles?
Which of the following is an example of a hydraulic device?
A. Electric motor
B. Car brake system
C. Wind turbine
D. Solar panel
What is Pascal's Law?
Explain Pascal's Law in your own words.
In a hydraulic press, if you apply 100 N of force on a small piston with an area of 0.1 m², what is the pressure applied?
Calculate the pressure (P = F/A).
Which of the following factors affects the efficiency of a hydraulic system?
A. The size of the reservoir
B. The type of fluid used
C. The length of the hoses
D. All of the above
What is the primary function of hydraulic fluid in a hydraulic system?
Describe the primary function of hydraulic fluid.
A hydraulic lift operates using two pistons with different diameters. If the diameter of the large piston is twice that of the small piston, how does the force applied to the small piston relate to the force exerted by the large piston?
Explain your answer.
Which of the following best describes a hydraulic brake system?
A. It uses air pressure to function.
B. It uses hydraulic fluid to transfer force.
C. It requires manual operation without fluid.
D. It only works when the engine is running.
How does increasing the diameter of a piston affect the force it can exert in a hydraulic system?
Provide a brief explanation.
What safety measures are important in hydraulic systems?
List at least two important safety measures.
Answer Key:
The principle behind hydraulic systems is based on Pascal's Law, which states that pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted undiminished in all directions throughout the fluid.
B. Car brake system
Pascal's Law states that any change in pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted equally throughout the fluid, allowing it to be used for lifting heavy loads.
The pressure applied is 1,000 Pa (P = 100 N / 0.1 m²).
D. All of the above
The primary function of hydraulic fluid is to transmit power and force, lubricate the system, and help in cooling the components.
The force exerted by the large piston will be twice that of the force applied to the small piston due to the difference in area (and therefore pressure) according to Pascal's Law.
B. It uses hydraulic fluid to transfer force.
Increasing the diameter of a piston increases the area, allowing it to exert a greater force due to Pascal's Law, despite the same pressure being applied.
Important safety measures include regular inspections of hydraulic hoses and connections to prevent leaks and using appropriate protective equipment while operating hydraulic machinery.