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Siphon application: connecting two reservoirs across a ridge A siphon (inverted U-shaped closed conduit) is used when two reservoirs are at different levels and a high ridge lies between them. State whether the statement is correct. Choose the correct option.

Q: Siphon application: connecting two reservoirs across a ridge A siphon (inverted U-shaped closed conduit) is used when two reservoirs are at different levels and a high ridge lies between them. State whether the statement is correct. Choose the cor…

Concept/Approach A siphon conveys liquid from a higher reservoir to a lower one across an intermediate high point without pumping, provided the siphon remains full and the summit pressure stays above vapour pressure. Final Answer Agree

Difficulty: Easy

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Correct Answer: Agree

Explanation:

Concept/Approach

A siphon conveys liquid from a higher reservoir to a lower one across an intermediate high point without pumping, provided the siphon remains full and the summit pressure stays above vapour pressure.

Final Answer
Agree

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