1.3 - Formulas and Derivations
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Practice Questions
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Define shear stress in the context of fluid mechanics.
💡 Hint: Consider how forces act within the fluid.
What does the dynamic viscosity represent?
💡 Hint: Think of how easily a fluid flows.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the formula for hydrostatic pressure?
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure changes as you go deeper in water.
True or False: Surface tension does not affect capillary rise.
💡 Hint: Remember the role of surface tension in raising liquids.
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Challenge Problems
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Calculate the net force on a triangular gate submerged in water with a base of 3m and height of 2m. Assume density of water is 1000 kg/m^3.
💡 Hint: Remember to use the triangular pressure distribution formula.
Analyze the stability of a floating cylinder with a radius of 0.5m and height of 2m. Water is the fluid. What parameters do you need to check?
💡 Hint: Consider using the formulas for buoyant force and applying the conditions of stability.
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