Physics-Pressure in Fluids
NEET Physics Pressure in Fluids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following statements about pressure in fluids is correct?
A
Pressure in a fluid at rest is the same at all points at the same height.
B
The pressure exerted by a fluid increases with the surface area of the object submerged.
C
The force exerted by a fluid is always parallel to the surface of the submerged object.
D
Gauge pressure is the total pressure in a fluid, including atmospheric pressure.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to Pascal's Law, the pressure in a fluid at rest is indeed the same at all points at the same height. This means that option A is correct, while the other options reflect common misconceptions about fluid pressure.
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