How is the siphon principle applied in tanks?
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This post was last edited by sxf1028102800 on 2023-2-23 09:53. The device has an acidic water tank, which is a tank inside another tank, as shown in the diagram. Is it the siphon principle that allows the water in the inner tank to flow into the outer tank? I don’t understand; how does the water in the inner tank flow outside through the pipes? Under what conditions break a siphon? Those who know it, please explain it. Thank you; points will be given
The siphon principle is a thermodynamic phenomenon of internal flow fluids, involving the flow of fluid into a container at a higher level. It is widely used in tanks, including the circulation and heat exchange of various refrigerants, water purification, as well as the quantitative control of fluids. The essence of this principle is that, due to differences in density, fluid moves upward or downward within horizontal or vertical containers and pipes; in other words, the fluid flows from areas of lower density to those of higher density. As the fluid flows into the tank, the lighter fluids rise while the heavier fluids remain at the bottom or sink, resulting in effective mixing and stirring. The siphon principle is also used in various ways within tanks; for example, it is employed in beverages to control the distribution of acidity and sweetness, or to circulate liquids continuously in order to maintain constant levels of temperature and humidity. -For reference only
Isn’t the liquid level in the small container higher than outside? Then it will just flow out.
When the liquid level in the outer tank is lower than that in the inner tank, siphoning occurs, and the liquid from the inner tank is drawn into the outer tank through the siphon tube
When the liquid level in the inner tank is higher than that in the outer tank, it is drawn into the outer tank due to the pressure difference caused by the liquid levels.