20.5 - Head Loss Calculations
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of head loss?
💡 Hint: Think about energy loss in pipes.
Define turbulent flow.
💡 Hint: Consider how water behaves in a fast-moving river.
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What is the purpose of the energy loss coefficient (K)?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens at junctions in a pipe.
Is head loss only caused by friction?
💡 Hint: Think about how valves affect flow.
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Calculate head loss due to friction in a pipe with a known length, diameter, roughness and flow rate using the Darcy-Weisbach equation.
💡 Hint: Ensure you have the correct friction factor for the flow type.
Derive the modified Bernoulli’s equation including head loss terms for a system with a valve.
💡 Hint: Identify all terms on each side carefully.
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