Practice - Channel Depth Variation
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Practice Questions
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Define the term 'Normal Depth'.
💡 Hint: Think about what defines the relationship between energy and depth in steady state flow.
What is the Froude number used for?
💡 Hint: Remember how inertia and gravity play roles in flow.
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What does the Froude number signify in channel flow?
💡 Hint: Think about what factors influence how water moves.
True or False: Normal depth is necessary for efficient flow.
💡 Hint: Consider what maintaining a balance means for channel flow.
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Given a rectangular channel with a flow depth increasing from 1.5 ft to 3 ft over 100 ft distance, compute expected changes in the Froude number.
💡 Hint: Consider the velocity and how the flow depth relates to critical flow states.
Design an irrigation canal that maintains a normal depth of 2.5 ft while considering a channel slope of 0.02 m/m. Estimate the channel dimensions necessary for steady flow.
💡 Hint: What dimensions would ensure flow stability based on the channel geometry?
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