4.4.1 - Sutherland Correlation
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What is viscosity?
💡 Hint: Think about how thick a material feels when you try to pour it.
Define shear stress.
💡 Hint: Consider forces that cause layers in a fluid to slide over one another.
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What happens to the viscosity of a liquid as temperature increases?
💡 Hint: Think about how hot syrup is easier to pour.
True or False: Newtonian fluids have a variable viscosity based on the shear rate.
💡 Hint: Remember fixed behavior in common fluids.
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Calculate the viscosity of a gas if a = 1.3, b = 0.5, and T = 300K using the Sutherland equation.
💡 Hint: Follow the Sutherland equation closely and perform each step of the calculation.
Compare the viscosity changes of water when heated from 20°C to 100°C and discuss potential industrial implications.
💡 Hint: Consider flow rates and pressure when water is less viscous.
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