1.8 - Role of Viscosity in Statics and Dynamics
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Define viscosity in a sentence.
💡 Hint: Think about how sticky liquids feel.
What is dynamic viscosity?
💡 Hint: Remember the symbol that represents it.
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What is viscosity?
💡 Hint: Think about how easily a liquid pours.
True or False: Higher viscosity fluids flow faster than lower viscosity fluids.
💡 Hint: Consider thick versus thin liquids.
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If a liquid with a dynamic viscosity of 0.5 Pa.s is flowing through a pipe with a diameter of 10 cm at a speed of 1 m/s, calculate the Reynolds number for this flow condition. What does this indicate about the flow type?
💡 Hint: Use the formula for Reynolds number and check the criteria for laminar versus turbulent flow.
Discuss how the viscosity of a fluid can be reduced in industrial applications. Provide examples of how this impacts flow in pipelines.
💡 Hint: Consider why industries might want to transport fluids quickly.
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