19.3.2 - Flow Characteristics in Pipes
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Define laminar and turbulent flow.
💡 Hint: Think about how syrup flows compared to water when poured quickly.
What is the Reynolds number threshold for laminar flow?
💡 Hint: What happens when the numbers are too high?
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What is the maximum Reynolds number for laminar flow?
💡 Hint: Think of how fluid behaves smoothly.
Turbulent flow is characterized by:
💡 Hint: Consider how fluid might mix or whirl.
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A water supply system shows a pressure difference of 30 Pa over a 10 m length of pipe with a diameter of 0.5 m. Calculate the expected energy loss and identify if this suggests laminar or turbulent flow.
💡 Hint: Use the pressure and length given to compute the energy loss!
Design a piping system in a home with multiple bends and valves. Estimate how minor losses will affect the overall efficiency and suggest improvements.
💡 Hint: Focus on how reductions in number of fittings could improve performance!
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