2 - Prof. Mohammad Saud Afzal
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Practice Questions
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Define gradually varied flow.
💡 Hint: Look for the relationship between channel shape and flow depth.
What is Manning's equation used for?
💡 Hint: Consider how flow and channel characteristics relate to velocity.
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What is a characteristic of gradually varied flow?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of gradually varied flow.
True or False: The energy slope can be represented as Sf.
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is measured in flow systems.
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Calculate the normal depth if Manning's equation gives a flow rate of 20 cubic meters per second with a roughness coefficient of 0.03 and the slope is 0.01.
💡 Hint: Revisit Manning's equation to derive area first.
Explain how you would design an open channel to mitigate flooding risks in a town situated at varying slopes.
💡 Hint: Think about how profiles affect flow rates and stability.
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