5.5.2 - Key Conservation Equations in Fluid Mechanics
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Define 'system' in fluid mechanics.
💡 Hint: Think of it as the mass or fluid being analyzed.
What does a control volume refer to?
💡 Hint: Remember, it's more about the volume in space.
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What does a control volume represent in fluid mechanics?
💡 Hint: Consider the volume aspect.
True or False: The conservation of momentum states that momentum can be created.
💡 Hint: Think about conservation principles.
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A cylindrical tank at rest is filled with water. Calculate the pressure at the bottom if the height of the water is 5 meters. Assume the density of water is 1000 kg/m^3.
💡 Hint: Use the hydrostatic pressure equation!
A jet of water striking a flat plate at 30 degrees creates a force. How can you calculate this using conservation principles?
💡 Hint: Consider the flow rate and angle of incidence!
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