NEET Physics Pressure in Fluids MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about pressure in fluids is correct?
Pressure increases with depth in a fluid due to the weight of the fluid above.
Pressure is constant at all points in a fluid regardless of depth.
Pressure in a fluid at rest can vary depending on the shape of the container.
Pressure does not depend on the density of the fluid in a vertical column.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, pressure in a fluid varies with depth and is given by the equation P = P_a + ρgh, indicating that pressure increases with depth due to the weight of the fluid above.
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