For 9th-century Arabic water clocks, which process allowed consistent flow rates despite varying water reservoir level?

💡 Explanation

Iterative algebraic equation solving allowed calibration curves to compensate for reduced pressure as the water level dropped; because this allowed adjustments rather than reliance on physical pressure, complex devices were unnecessary; therefore, the float levels maintain time, not physical forces.

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