Physics (AS & A Level) · Feb / March 2024 · Paper 12 · Question 12

A borehole of depth 2000 m contains both oil and water, as shown. The pressure due to the liquids at the bottom of the borehole is 17.5 MPa. The density of the oil is 830 kg m–3 and the density of the water is 1000 kg m–3. What is the depth x of the oil?

1. A907 m
2. B1000 m
3. C1090 m
4. D1270 m

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