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Pressure in Fluids

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The external pressure exerted on the fluid is transmitted uniformly. Is the statement True or false

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
A fluid is defined as a substance that has no fixed shape and yields easily to external pressure. This is because the external pressure is transmitted uniformly along the fluid since the particles are free to move around.

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