Show by a simple experiment that a liquid exerts lateral pressure too.

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Solution

Aim: To show that liquid exerts lateral pressure.
Material required: A glass jar, a deflated balloon, and water
Procedure:
Set up the apparatus as shown in the figure.
A deflated balloon is tied to the side tube of the container opened at one side.
Now fill water in the container..
Observation:
Balloon-connected inflates due to the pressure of liquid exerted sideways.
Conclusion:
This shows that liquids exert pressure sideways also.

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