4 - Physical Properties of Fluids
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Practice Questions
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Define density.
💡 Hint: Think about how we measure weight in a specific amount of space.
What is specific weight?
💡 Hint: How does it relate to gravity?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the definition of viscosity?
💡 Hint: Think about how thick a liquid is.
True or False: Higher temperatures increase the viscosity of fluids.
💡 Hint: Relate to how heat changes fluid flow.
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Challenge Problems
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A swimming pool contains water with a density of 1000 kg/m³. Calculate the specific weight of the water.
💡 Hint: Remember to use gravitational acceleration in your calculation.
Discuss how surface tension allows insects like water striders to walk on water. Use specific fluid properties to support your argument.
💡 Hint: Think about how tightly molecules are packed and their interactions.
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