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Pascal’s Law

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Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Law: Pascal's Law

Statement:

"The increase in pressure at one point of the enclosed liquid in equilibrium or at rest is transmitted equally to all other points of the liquid and also to the walls of the container, provided the effect of gravity is neglected."

OR

"If gravity effect is neglected, the pressure at every point of liquid in equilibrium of rest is same."
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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