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Pascal’s Law

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CBSE: Class 12
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Law: Pascal's Law

Statement: Pascal's Law states that when pressure is applied to a confined (enclosed) fluid, it is transmitted undiminished and equally in all directions throughout the fluid and to the walls of its container.

Mathematical Expression:

P = \[\frac {F}{A}\]
\[\frac{F_1}{A_1}=\frac{F_2}{A_2}\Longrightarrow F_2=\frac{F_1}{A_1}\times A_2\]

Key Points:

  • Pressure changes by the same value at every point inside an incompressible, confined liquid.
  • Used in hydraulic machines where a small force on a small area produces a large force on a large area.
  • Applications: Hydraulic lift, hydraulic brake, hydraulic press, hydraulic jack.
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Key Points: Applications of Pascal's Law

  • Hydraulic Press — Two cylinders (C & D) filled with liquid; small force applied on piston P₁ (smaller area A₁) is converted into a very large upward force on piston P₂ (larger area A₂), since A₂ > A₁.
  • Hydraulic Lift — Works on Pascal's Law to lift or support heavy objects such as cars and trucks using liquid pressure.
  • Hydraulic Brakes — Small force on the brake pedal is instantly transmitted equally through brake fluid to all cylinders, producing a large thrust on the wheels to stop the vehicle.
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