2.3 - Steady Flow, Periodic Flow, and Unsteady Flow
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Practice Questions
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Define steady flow.
💡 Hint: Think about how water behaves in a straight, uninterrupted path.
What is an example of unsteady flow?
💡 Hint: Consider environments where changes happen unpredictably.
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What type of flow occurs when fluid properties remain constant at a point over time?
💡 Hint: Think about consistent water flow in a pipe.
True or False: Turbulent flow is characterized by orderly and smooth motion.
💡 Hint: Visualize a river with rapids.
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Describe a real-world scenario where you might transition from laminar to turbulent flow. What factors might influence this change?
💡 Hint: Identify changes in velocity or obstructions that enhance chaos in flow.
Construct a fluid flow problem involving both internal and external flow dynamics. Classify the types of flow present in your example.
💡 Hint: Use boundaries to identify internal vs. external flow.
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