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Which statement accurately reflects the implications of Bernoulli's Equation?
Which statement accurately reflects the implications of Bernoulli's Equation?
- It indicates that pressure increases with both velocity and height.
- It applies to both ideal and real fluids without any restrictions.
- It suggests that the kinetic energy term dominates pressure energy at high velocities.
- It holds true only in inviscid flow and along a streamline. (correct)
In the context of fluid dynamics, how does pressure change in a viscous fluid flowing through a pipe?
In the context of fluid dynamics, how does pressure change in a viscous fluid flowing through a pipe?
- Pressure fluctuates erratically with no predictable pattern.
- Pressure decreases along the length of the pipe due to energy dissipation. (correct)
- Pressure remains constant regardless of fluid velocity.
- Pressure increases significantly at points of constriction.
Identify the correct expression correlating work done and changes in energy for a fluid system.
Identify the correct expression correlating work done and changes in energy for a fluid system.
- Work done equals the difference in potential energy alone.
- Work done is independent of changes in fluid density.
- Work done is equal to the change in kinetic energy plus pressure energy.
- Work done balances with the total change in kinetic and potential energy. (correct)
What is the significance of the term $\frac{1}{2}\rho v^2$ in fluid mechanics?
What is the significance of the term $\frac{1}{2}\rho v^2$ in fluid mechanics?
Which of the following points is NOT a characteristic of an ideal fluid as described in the content?
Which of the following points is NOT a characteristic of an ideal fluid as described in the content?
What does Bernoulli's Principle state about the relationship between pressure and velocity in a flowing fluid?
What does Bernoulli's Principle state about the relationship between pressure and velocity in a flowing fluid?
Which of the following accurately describes the continuity equation?
Which of the following accurately describes the continuity equation?
Considering flow dynamics, what is the effect of increasing viscosity on fluid flow?
Considering flow dynamics, what is the effect of increasing viscosity on fluid flow?
Which characteristics define an ideal fluid?
Which characteristics define an ideal fluid?
How is pressure in a fluid defined in terms of its depth?
How is pressure in a fluid defined in terms of its depth?
What does the Reynolds number indicate about fluid flow?
What does the Reynolds number indicate about fluid flow?
In the context of energy conservation in fluids, which of the following principles is most relevant?
In the context of energy conservation in fluids, which of the following principles is most relevant?
What happens to the flow of a fluid when it transitions from a laminar to a turbulent state?
What happens to the flow of a fluid when it transitions from a laminar to a turbulent state?
How does Bernoulli's principle explain the roof loss during a storm?
How does Bernoulli's principle explain the roof loss during a storm?
What does the Continuity Equation state about fluid flow in a pipe?
What does the Continuity Equation state about fluid flow in a pipe?
In what way does the Venturi effect relate to fluid pressure and velocity?
In what way does the Venturi effect relate to fluid pressure and velocity?
What is the underlying reason rabbits do not suffocate in their burrows?
What is the underlying reason rabbits do not suffocate in their burrows?
Which phenomenon explains why a baseball curves in flight?
Which phenomenon explains why a baseball curves in flight?
What role does energy conservation play in fluid dynamics according to Bernoulli’s principle?
What role does energy conservation play in fluid dynamics according to Bernoulli’s principle?
What happens to ship pressure while passing closely to each other?
What happens to ship pressure while passing closely to each other?
What is the consequence of airflow disturbed by a house during a storm?
What is the consequence of airflow disturbed by a house during a storm?
Flashcards
Reynolds number
Reynolds number
A dimensionless quantity that determines the nature of fluid flow.
Laminar flow
Laminar flow
Smooth, orderly flow of a fluid.
Turbulent flow
Turbulent flow
Disorganized, chaotic flow of a fluid.
Ideal fluid
Ideal fluid
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Equation of Continuity
Equation of Continuity
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Bernoulli's Principle
Bernoulli's Principle
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Fluid statics
Fluid statics
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Fluid Pressure
Fluid Pressure
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What is Bernoulli's Equation?
What is Bernoulli's Equation?
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Pressure Energy Density
Pressure Energy Density
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Kinetic Energy Density
Kinetic Energy Density
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Potential Energy Density
Potential Energy Density
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Venturi Effect
Venturi Effect
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Why does a cricket ball swing?
Why does a cricket ball swing?
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Why does a house lose its roof in a storm?
Why does a house lose its roof in a storm?
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How do rabbits breathe in their burrows?
How do rabbits breathe in their burrows?
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Why is Bernoulli's principle handy in a bar?
Why is Bernoulli's principle handy in a bar?
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What happens when two ships pass alongside each other?
What happens when two ships pass alongside each other?
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How does the Sydney Harbour Bridge demonstrate Venturi effect?
How does the Sydney Harbour Bridge demonstrate Venturi effect?
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Study Notes
Fluid Dynamics - Equation of Continuity and Bernoulli's Principle
- Fluid Dynamics: Study of fluids in motion
- Fluid Statics: Study of fluids at rest
- Reynolds Number (Re): Dimensionless quantity characterizing fluid flow. Determines if flow is laminar or turbulent.
- Formula: Re = ρνL/η
- ρ = density of fluid
- ν = average flow velocity
- L = characteristic dimension (e.g., diameter of pipe)
- η = viscosity
- Laminar Flow: Smooth, orderly flow. Re < ~2000
- Turbulent Flow: Chaotic, irregular flow. Re > ~2000
- Ideal Fluid: Hypothetical fluid possessing:
- Incompressible: Constant density
- Irrotational: Smooth flow, no turbulence
- Nonviscous: No internal friction
- Steady Flow: Velocity at each point is constant over time
- Streamlines: Lines indicating the direction of fluid flow at a specific moment.
- Streamlines cannot cross
- Equation of Continuity: Conservation of mass in a fluid flow.
- A₁V₁ = A₂V₂ (where A is cross-sectional area and V is velocity at sections 1 and 2 of a flow tube)
- Bernoulli's Principle: In ideal fluid flow, increased fluid speed results in decreased pressure.
- P₁ + 1/2ρv₁² + ρgy₁ = P₂ + 1/2ρv₂² + ρgy₂ (where P is pressure, ρ is density, v is velocity, g is acceleration due to gravity, and y is height)
- Venturi Effect: A constriction in a flow tube causes increased velocity and decreased pressure, leading to different pressures within the tube relative to surrounding pressure.
Applications of Bernoulli's Principle and Continuity
- Rivers: Velocity changes with changes in river width
- Circulatory Systems: Blood flow is governed by pressure differences
- Respiratory Systems: Inhalation and exhalation due to air pressure changes
- Air conditioning systems: Air flow is related to changes in pressure and volume
- Aircraft flight: Pressure difference between upper and lower surfaces of wings creates lift
- Spray guns: Compressed air accelerates paint for application
- Blood Flow: Velocity and cross-sectional area of blood vessels affect total blood flow rate
- House roof in a storm: Air speed over the house top increases due to wind resulting in lower pressure and causing roofs to be lifted off
- Burrows: Air movement through separate burrow entrances creates a pressure differential which maintains airflow
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Explore the fundamental concepts of Fluid Dynamics, including the equation of continuity and Bernoulli's principle. This quiz covers key topics such as laminar and turbulent flow, Reynolds number, and the characteristics of ideal fluids. Test your understanding of how fluids behave in motion and at rest.
