Hydrostatics is a branch of physics and fluid mechanics that deals with the behavior of stationary fluids. It focuses on the study of fluids at rest and the forces exerted by these fluids on surrounding surfaces. Key concepts in hydrostatics include: 1. **Pressure**: Hydrostatic pressure is the pressure exerted by a fluid due to the weight of the fluid above it.
The term "communicating vessels" refers to a principle in fluid mechanics describing the behavior of fluids in connected containers or vessels. When two or more containers (vessels) are connected by a pipe or another type of conduit and are filled with liquid, the liquid will adjust to the same level in each vessel, provided the system is at rest and there are no external forces acting on it (like pumps or siphons).
Pascal's law, also known as Pascal's principle, states that when a change in pressure is applied to an enclosed fluid, that change in pressure is transmitted undiminished throughout the fluid in all directions. This principle is applicable to fluids at rest and is a fundamental concept in fluid mechanics.
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