A rectangular channel carries a flow at a velocity of 2.1 m/sec and at a depth...

A rectangular channel carries a flow at a velocity of 2.1 m/sec and at a depth of 2.1m. The tail end gate of the channel is suddenly closed. Find the height and speed of the surge. What would be the values of these quantities if the gate is partially closed to release half of the flow?

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