1.1 - Laminar and turbulent flow (Cond.)
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Explain what laminar flow is.
💡 Hint: Think about how layers move in one direction without mixing.
What is a key factor that determines the flow type?
💡 Hint: Recall what Reynolds number compares.
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What type of flow is characterized by smooth and orderly motion?
💡 Hint: Think how fluid layers behave.
The Reynolds number helps determine flow type. True or False?
💡 Hint: Reflect on fluid dynamics principles.
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Design an experiment to test the transition point of laminar to turbulent flow utilizing the Reynolds number.
💡 Hint: Think of how you could adjust water speed and observe dye movement.
Find the terminal velocity of a sphere of diameter 0.02 m falling in water at a given viscosity.
💡 Hint: Remember, terminal velocity occurs when forces are balanced.
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