Practice Prandtl's Mixing Length Theory - 1.7 | 19. Laminar and Turbulent Flow (Contd.) | Hydraulic Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does the mixing length (lm) signify in turbulent flow?

💡 Hint: Consider the interaction between different fluid layers.

Question 2

Easy

Define eddy viscosity.

💡 Hint: Think of how turbulence affects smooth flow.

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Question 1

What is the main component of shear stress in turbulent flow?

  • Only viscous
  • Only turbulent
  • Both viscous and turbulent

💡 Hint: Remember the components of shear stress.

Question 2

True or False: The mixing length is constant across different flow conditions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how mixing varies with distance from boundaries.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the turbulent shear stress in a pipe where the average velocity gradient is 5 m/s^2, the distance from the wall is 0.1 m, and assume ρ = 1000 kg/m³.

💡 Hint: Use the formulas provided and plug in the values step by step.

Question 2

Explain how the knowledge of mixing length can improve the design of hydraulic systems where turbulent flows are present.

💡 Hint: Think about how effective predictions lead to better engineering designs.

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