4.3 - Temperature Effect on Coefficient of Viscosity
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What happens to the viscosity of a liquid when its temperature increases?
💡 Hint: Think about molecular motion.
Do gases experience increased or decreased viscosity with rising temperature?
💡 Hint: Consider gas molecular activity.
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What effect does an increase in temperature have on the viscosity of liquids?
💡 Hint: Remember how heat changes fluid behavior.
True or False: The viscosity of gases typically decreases with increasing temperature.
💡 Hint: Think of the kinetic energy in gases.
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A fluid's viscosity at 25°C is 0.89 mPa·s. If its temperature is raised to 45°C, based on the Sutherland correlation, estimate the new viscosity assuming it behaves as a Newtonian fluid. Given constants a = 1.8, b = 0.54.
💡 Hint: Ensure that you are using the absolute temperatures.
Describe a real-world scenario where understanding the difference in viscosity between a Newtonian and Non-Newtonian fluid could impact industry practices.
💡 Hint: Think about how texture impacts consumer experience.
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