3.1 - Introduction to Rapidly Varied Flow
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What is rapidly varied flow?
💡 Hint: Think about changes in water levels.
Define hydraulic jump.
💡 Hint: It involves a change in velocity.
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What characterizes rapidly varied flow?
💡 Hint: Look for the terms 'sudden' and 'changes' in the definition.
True or False: Hydraulic jumps can only occur in steep slopes.
💡 Hint: Think about the flow dynamics, not just the slope.
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Analyze how varying the slope of a channel might affect a hydraulic jump's characteristics.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between slope and velocity.
Design a simple experiment to observe a hydraulic jump using materials at hand.
💡 Hint: Try to recreate the dam scenario with your setup.
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