The cylinder in FIGURE is divided into two compartments by

Chapter 16, Problem 4CQ

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The cylinder in Figure Q16.4 is divided into two compartments by a frictionless piston that can slide back and forth. Is the pressure on the left side greater than, less than, or equal to the pressure on the right? Explain

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QUESTION:

The cylinder in Figure Q16.4 is divided into two compartments by a frictionless piston that can slide back and forth. Is the pressure on the left side greater than, less than, or equal to the pressure on the right? Explain

 Figure Q16.4

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We have to explain is the pressure on the left side of the compartment greater than or equal to the pressure on the right.

The piston in the cylinder is at rest which means that the forces acting on both the compartments are in equilibrium. Hence, the net force is zero.

 

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