Practice Friction Factors in Laminar Flow - 18.3.1 | 18. Introduction to Pipe Systems Design | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What does head loss indicate in a fluid flow system?

💡 Hint: Think about energy in terms of height.

Question 2

Easy

What equation do we use to express the friction factor in laminar flow?

💡 Hint: Recall the relationship for laminar flow behavior.

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Question 1

Which equation represents the friction factor for laminar flows?

  • f = Re
  • f = 64/Re
  • f = 1/Re

💡 Hint: Focus on the relationship identified in the discussion.

Question 2

True or False: Surface roughness decreases energy loss in fluid flow.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember how turbulence affects flow efficiency.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a pipe with a diameter of 0.2 meters carrying water with a Reynolds number of 3000, determine the friction factor and the expected head loss for 100 meters of pipe. Use the Darcy-Weisbach equation.

💡 Hint: Use the provided relationships for calculations.

Question 2

Compare the energy loss in a water pipeline made from PVC versus one made from cast iron, given that PVC is smoother than cast iron. Discuss how this affects the design considerations.

💡 Hint: Assess how surface characteristics influence overall efficiency.

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