Practice Hydraulic Engineering (1) - Laminar and turbulent flow (Cond.)

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Question 1.
Define laminar flow.
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Think about how water moves smoothly in a straight line.
Question 2.
What is the formula for maximum velocity in laminar flow?
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Recall the variables involved in the flow between plates.
3Question 3.
What defines laminar flow?
- Smooth and orderly
- Chaotic and turbulent
- Equal velocity throughout
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Consider how water behaves in a straight pipe.
4Question 4.
True or False: Turbulent flow has predictable patterns.
- True
- False
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Think about the swirling motion of rapids.
Question 5.
Determine the maximum velocity and pressure drop for water flowing between two plates, given specific parameters.
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Recap how u_max relates to average velocity and pressure dynamics.
Question 6.
Calculate the terminal velocity of a 0.1mm particle in a fluid, discussing assumptions about viscosity and Reynolds number.
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Ensure that the Reynolds number assumption for creeping flow is checked.

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