2.2 - Wave Observation from Different Perspectives
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Practice Questions
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What is open channel flow?
💡 Hint: Think of it like a river or a canal.
What distinguishes steady flow from unsteady flow?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to the water flow during a flood.
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What type of flow has a consistent depth over time?
💡 Hint: Think about a river that flows consistently without changes.
Is turbulent flow characterized by a Reynolds number greater than 12,500?
💡 Hint: Recall the classification ranges provided in the lecture.
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A channel has a water velocity of 2 m/s and a depth of 1 m. Determine if the flow is supercritical or subcritical using Froude number.
💡 Hint: Compare Fr against 1 to determine flow type.
Describe the impact of a rapidly varied flow in a river setup.
💡 Hint: Consider biodiversity's dependence on flow consistency.
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