Fluid Flow - Power

Power = W/t = Pressure*V/t = Pressure*Q

example: for heart: P = 100 mm of Hg,

Q = 83 cc/sec, so what is power of heart?

(remember to convert all units to MKS system)

How does this compare to 2000 calories/day power input to body?

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