Water at point [1] flows with a speed of 0.75 m/s through a pipe of 0.20 m inner radius. The pipe at point [2] tapers down to an inner radius of 0.050 m. Assume ideal fluid flow. The pressure of the water __________ as it flows from point [1] to point [2].
A. decreases.
B. increases.
C. remains constant.
D. (Not enough information is given.)
Answer:A
Water at point [1] flows with a speed of 0.75 m/s through a pipe of 0.20 m inner radius. The pipe at point [2] tapers down to an inner radius of 0.050 m. Assume ideal fluid flow. The pressure of the water __________ as it flows from point [1] to point [2].
A. decreases. B. increases. C. remains constant. D. (Not enough information is given.)