3.1 - Momentum Equations in Fluid Flow
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Define extensive properties in the context of fluid dynamics.
💡 Hint: Think about properties that scale with the amount of fluid present.
What is the Reynolds Transport Theorem used for?
💡 Hint: Consider how we analyze properties of fluids in different volumes.
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What does the Reynolds transport theorem relate?
💡 Hint: Remember what the theorem specifically analyzes in fluids.
True or False: Intensive properties depend on the quantity of fluid.
💡 Hint: Think about properties that stay the same regardless of how much fluid you have.
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Using the Reynolds transport theorem, derive and solve the momentum equation for a system where a fluid enters through one inlet and exits through two outlets.
💡 Hint: Carefully denote inflow and outflow terms based on velocities and areas.
Discuss the impact of varying the control volume size on the derived momentum equations. What mathematical shifts occur?
💡 Hint: Think about how more or less fluid alters your calculus.
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