5.2 - Orifice in a Pipe
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What does the discharge coefficient (Cd) represent?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during fluid flow in pipes.
What is a basic formula for calculating flow rate (Q) through an orifice?
💡 Hint: Identify each variable in the formula.
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What does the discharge coefficient (Cd) correct?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens in a pipe during fluid flow.
True or False: An orifice is solely used for free jet flow.
💡 Hint: Consider where orifices are commonly found.
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In a pipeline, the orifice has a Cd value of 0.75. Calculate the flow rate if the diameter is 6 cm, the height of the fluid is 10 m, and the cross-sectional area equals 28.27 cm².
💡 Hint: Remember to convert values where necessary for uniformity.
A pressurized tank has an orifice diameter of 12 cm and oil with a density of 850 kg/m³ flows through. If the pressure difference across the orifice is 3000 Pa, find Q assuming Cd is 0.9.
💡 Hint: Make sure to pay attention to unit conversions.
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