8 - Fluid Mechanics
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Practice Questions
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Define the Navier-Stokes equations.
💡 Hint: Think about the fundamental laws of mechanics.
What does it mean for a fluid to be incompressible?
💡 Hint: Consider how gases compare to liquids.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of the Navier-Stokes equations?
💡 Hint: Think about what properties of fluids can be modeled.
Is Bernoulli's equation always applicable in fluid dynamics?
💡 Hint: Consider the basic assumptions of Bernoulli’s equation.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a fluid flowing through a cylindrical pipe. If the diameter is reduced, describe the expected changes in velocity and pressure using Bernoulli's equation.
💡 Hint: Refer to the continuity equation and energy perspectives.
A water jet is shot horizontally from a height of 5 meters. Calculate the time it takes to reach the ground and the distance traveled horizontally, using appropriate neglect of drag.
💡 Hint: Remember to break down motion into vertical and horizontal components.
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