Torricelli's Theorem

Definition

Torricelli's Theorem states that the speed of a fluid flowing out of an opening in a container is equal to the square root of twice the acceleration due to gravity times the height difference between the fluid level and the opening.

Related terms

Bernoulli's Equation:

This equation relates pressure, velocity, and height in a fluid flow system.

Venturi Effect: This phenomenon occurs when there is an increase in fluid velocity and decrease in pressure as it flows through a constricted section of pipe.

Fluid Dynamics: This branch of physics studies how fluids behave when they are in motion.