Physics-Pascal's Law

NEET Physics Pascal's Law MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following statements about Pascal's Law is correct?

A

Pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted undiminished to every point of the fluid.

B

Pressure in a fluid decreases with depth due to gravity.

C

Pascal's Law only applies to gases and not to liquids.

D

A fluid at rest has varying pressure at different heights.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Pascal's Law states that a change in pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted undiminished to every point of the fluid and the walls of the containing vessel, as highlighted in the NCERT context.

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