Fluid Mechanics for Fluid Systems Flashcards

1
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What represents the pressure drop phenomenon?

A

It is the lose in pressure , or head loss, when a liquid flows through a pipe due to internal friction. This hearts up the pipe

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2
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What is the Reynolds Number?

A

(densityVelocityDistance)/Dynamic viscosity

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3
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What represents the Hydraulic Diameter?

A

4*X-sectional area/Circumference

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4
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For fully turbulent flow, friction coefficient is the function of which parameter?

A

Delta

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5
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Describe “Water hammer”

A

Overpressure during rapid closure of valves

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