Question

if you dive deep into a pool, you may need to pop your ears due to the hydrostatic pressure. in what direction is the force of the hydrostatic pressure? (7 points) a) a downward force b) an upward force c) a sideways force d) a force in all directions

Explanation:

Hydrostatic pressure acts equally in all directions in a fluid at rest. When diving deep in a pool, the water exerts pressure on the body uniformly from all sides, which is why one may need to 'pop' ears.

Answer:

D. a force in all directions