In oil tankers,some space is left at the top while filling them. Explain why.
(N/A) When a stationary tanker suddenly accelerates,the oil inside,due to the $inertia$ of rest,tends to remain in its state of rest. Consequently,the oil is pushed towards the rear wall,exerting a large force on it.
Conversely,when a moving tanker suddenly brakes,the oil continues to move forward due to the $inertia$ of motion,exerting a large force on the front wall.
These sudden forces can damage or crack the walls of the tanker.
Therefore,to allow for the free movement of oil and to prevent such damage,some space is left at the top of the tanker.
Conversely,when a moving tanker suddenly brakes,the oil continues to move forward due to the $inertia$ of motion,exerting a large force on the front wall.
These sudden forces can damage or crack the walls of the tanker.
Therefore,to allow for the free movement of oil and to prevent such damage,some space is left at the top of the tanker.
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