17.1.1 - Laminar and Turbulent Flows
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What type of flow is characterized by smooth, parallel layers?
💡 Hint: Think about how syrup flows.
What does a Reynolds number below 2300 indicate?
💡 Hint: Remember the threshold for laminar flow.
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Is laminar flow represented by smooth parallel lines?
💡 Hint: Visualize streamline flow.
What is the Reynolds number threshold for turbulent flow to begin?
💡 Hint: Recall the transition points.
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Consider a circular pipe with a diameter of 0.15 m, a fluid with a density of 850 kg/m³, and a dynamic viscosity of 0.002 Pa·s. If the average velocity is 1.5 m/s, classify the flow type and justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Use the Reynolds number formula.
Describe how you would experimentally determine if a new fluid shows laminar or turbulent behavior, detailing the setup and procedures.
💡 Hint: Consider how flow patterns can indicate the type.
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