1.5 - Flow through Pipes
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Practice Questions
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What defines laminar flow?
💡 Hint: Think about smoother movements in fluids.
What is the Reynolds number for laminar flow?
💡 Hint: Remember the specific numerical value!
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What is the range of Reynolds number for laminar flow?
💡 Hint: Recall the numerical threshold for laminar flow.
Is turbulent flow characterized by smooth, orderly motion?
💡 Hint: Differentiate between chaotic and orderly movements.
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A fluid with a viscosity of 0.001 Pa·s flows through a pipe of diameter 0.1 m at an average velocity of 3 m/s. Calculate the Reynolds number and analyze the flow regime.
💡 Hint: Apply the Reynolds number formula correctly.
Describe the differences in energy losses between laminar and turbulent flows in a hydraulic system.
💡 Hint: Consider how flow patterns influence energy dissipation in systems.
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