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3 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
Define viscosity in your own words.
Think about how thick or thin a liquid feels.
What is a kinematic property?
Relate it to how a fluid moves.
What does viscosity measure?
Think about how thick or thin a fluid is.
True or False: The Navier-Stokes equation is only applicable to gases.
Relate it to various fluid states.
A fluid flowing in a pipe shows a noticeable difference in flow rates due to varying visibilities. If the viscosity of the first fluid is 3 mPas and the second is 15 mPas, what could be the impact on flow velocities?
Consider the relationship between viscosity and flow rate.
Analyze a scenario where a fluid has a shear strain applied. What would you expect to observe in terms of deformations? Derive the relationships to enhance your explanation.
Link this to the properties discussed earlier.
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