18.2.1 - Pipe Roughness and Behavior
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Practice Questions
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What is pipe roughness?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical characteristics of a pipe.
Why is head loss important?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is used or lost in a flow system.
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What does a higher roughness in pipes typically cause?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of surface texture.
True or False: The Reynolds number is a measure of flow efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions and effects on flow behavior.
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Given a pipe with a diameter of 0.1m and a roughness height of 0.0002m, calculate whether the flow would be considered laminar or turbulent at a velocity of 2m/s. Show all calculations.
💡 Hint: Make sure to use consistent units.
Research and compare the friction factors for three different pipe materials: PVC, concrete, and steel. Discuss how this affects energy loss in practical applications.
💡 Hint: Reflect on applications in plumbing versus heavy industry.
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