Fluid Dynamics: Continuity Equation Quiz
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What does the Continuity Equation signify about mass in a fixed region?

  • The mass entering a region equals the mass leaving it in steady flow. (correct)
  • Mass is only created when needed.
  • Mass can accumulate indefinitely in a region.
  • Mass can be destroyed when it exits the region.

In a scenario where flow is steady, what can be said about the rate of mass accumulation in a region?

  • It remains constant at zero. (correct)
  • It increases over time.
  • It can vary with mass entering and leaving.
  • It is equal to the rate at which mass enters the region.

Which statement accurately represents the principle of mass conservation?

  • Mass can change forms but remains unchanged in total amount.
  • Mass can neither be created nor destroyed in a closed system. (correct)
  • Mass can be lost under certain conditions.
  • Mass can accumulate or deplete based on flow direction.

What happens to the mass balance equation if the flow is unsteady over time?

<p>Mass entering can be greater than mass leaving. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately reflects the essence of the Continuity Equation?

<p>It formulates a direct relationship between mass flow rates. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the continuity equation express in terms of fluid flow?

<p>The net mass flow rate entering and leaving a control volume. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is part of the continuity equation after applying the Reynolds transport theorem?

<p>$ rac{ ho u}{x}$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Euler's equations of motion, what assumption is made about the fluid?

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What principle do Euler's equations derive from?

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Which of the following components is NOT directly accounted for in the continuity equation?

<p>The pressure gradient in the fluid. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mass flow rate of the liquid fuel in the rocket engine?

<p>6.25 kg/s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total mass flow rate of oxygen into the combustion chamber?

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In the presented fluid mechanics scenario, what is the pressure at the exit of the nozzle?

<p>100 kPa (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the velocity of the exhaust gases as they exit the nozzle?

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What is the exhaust temperature of the gases exiting the rocket engine?

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Which equation correctly represents the mass flow rate at a control volume?

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In the continuity equation $ ho_1A_1V_1 = ho_2A_2V_2$, what does it imply when the velocities $V_1$ and $V_2$ are not equal?

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What does the continuity equation for $N$ inlets and outlets, $ extstyleoldsymbol{igg orall i=1}^{N} ho_i A_i V_i = 0$, signify about the flow?

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Which condition must hold true for the continuity equation to be applicable in a one-dimensional incompressible flow?

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In the equation $ ho_1A_1V_1 = ho_2A_2V_2$, which factor cannot change while ensuring mass is conserved?

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What is omitted in the derivation of Euler's equations related to fluid motion?

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Which force is considered when evaluating the movement of fluid in the x-direction according to Euler's equations?

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Under the assumptions in Euler's equations, which of the following factors contributes to the resulting acceleration of the fluid element?

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When neglecting gravity force in Euler's equations, what aspect of fluid motion does not play a role in the equations?

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In the left-hand part of the Euler equation, what does 'F' represent?

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What is the primary purpose of the continuity equation in fluid mechanics?

<p>To ensure conservation of mass in a control volume (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the differential form of the continuity equation, what is a consequence when density is considered constant?

<p>Mass flow rates across inlets and outlets must balance out (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the velocity component in the negative x direction at a control volume is represented by $u$, which of these terms in the mass flow equations captures its influence on mass flow from the left face?

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Which expression correctly describes the net mass flow rate into a control volume based on the derivation from several face contributions?

<p>$m_{net} = MR - ML + MT - MB + MA - MF$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When applying a Taylor Series expansion to derive mass flow rates, what additional terms are accounted for at the right face (MR)?

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What main forces are neglected in the Euler equation?

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Which statement accurately describes steady flow in fluid mechanics?

<p>Flow characteristics remain constant across a control surface. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Euler equation primarily describing in fluid dynamics?

<p>Relationship between pressure and velocity changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the energy equation, which of the following best defines unsteady flow?

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Which type of flow does the conservation of energy equation apply to?

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What does the conservation of energy principle state regarding energy within a fluid flow system?

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In the energy equation, how is the change in energy defined according to the 1st law of thermodynamics?

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What does the term $dE/dt$ represent in the energy conservation equation?

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Which terms are included in the energy conservation equation?

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Why is it important for engineers to apply the general energy equation in fluid flow systems?

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What describes the state of a fluid in a steady flow process within a control volume?

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Which condition does NOT apply to the steady flow process in a control volume?

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What is the primary focus of the energy conservation equation in fluid mechanics?

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If a flow process does not meet the criteria of a steady state, it is classified as what?

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Which element is NOT part of the total energy flow rate integrated over a control volume's surface?

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What does the term $ rac{ ilde{Q}}{ ilde{t}} + rac{ ilde{W}}{ ilde{t}}$ represent in the energy equation?

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In the energy conservation equation, what is implied by the term $ rac{1}{2} V^{2}$?

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Which quantity does $ ho ( oldsymbol{V} ullet oldsymbol{ ilde{n}}) A e_{1}$ represent?

<p>The internal energy flow through the area A (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of energy flows is highlighted by stating both the internal energy flow and kinetic energy flow are scalars?

<p>They can be summed directly without regard to direction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The net total energy flow rate in and out of the volume is obtained by what process?

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Flashcards

Conservation of Mass

The principle that mass cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

Continuity Equation

A mathematical representation of the conservation of mass principle, stating that the rate of mass entering a region equals the rate of mass leaving it.

Steady Flow

A flow that remains constant over time, with no change in the rate of mass accumulation.

Rate of Mass Accumulation

The rate at which mass is accumulated within a particular region.

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Rate of Mass Flow

The amount of mass moving across a boundary per unit time.

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Conservation of Mass in Fluid Flow

The principle that mass within a defined region of a fluid flow remains constant over time. This is another way to say that matter cannot be created or destroyed.

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Mass In = Mass Out

For incompressible flow in one direction, the mass entering a region must equal the mass exiting that region. This is because mass is conserved.

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Mass Flow Rate

The rate at which mass flows through a given area. It can be calculated by multiplying the density, area, and velocity.

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Control Volume

An imaginary volume in a fluid flow used to apply the conservation of mass and other principles.

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Net mass flow rate

The rate at which mass flows into a control volume minus the rate at which mass flows out of the control volume.

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Euler's Equations of Motion

Equations that describe the motion of an inviscid fluid. They are derived from the fundamental laws of physics, including conservation of mass, momentum, and energy.

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Euler Equation

A simplified version of Euler's equations of motion that applies to fluids without significant viscosity. It relates pressure, velocity, and density in a fluid.

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Newton's Second Law

A fundamental law of physics stating that the force acting on an object is equal to its mass times its acceleration.

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Differential Form of Continuity Equation

The process of analyzing the mass flow rate at different faces of a control volume to derive the continuity equation. It involves Taylor series expansions to approximate mass flow rates at each face.

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Pressure Force in x-direction

The change in pressure per unit distance in the x-direction. Represents the force exerted on a fluid element due to pressure differences.

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Friction Force

The force acting on a fluid element due to friction between the fluid and solid surfaces or between different fluid layers.

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Gravity Force

The force acting on a fluid element due to its weight, caused by the gravitational pull of the Earth.

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Neglecting Gravity in Euler's Equations

The simplification of Euler's equations by neglecting the effects of gravity.

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Neglecting Viscosity in Euler's Equations

The simplification of Euler's equations by neglecting friction forces, assuming the fluid is ideal and has no viscosity.

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Steady State Continuity Equation

A mathematical representation of the Conservation of Mass applied to a specific control volume, stating that the sum of the mass flow rates across each control surface must equal zero.

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Energy conservation

The general energy equation is based on the fundamental principle that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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1st Law of Thermodynamics

The first law of thermodynamics states that the change in energy of a system is equal to the heat added to the system minus the work done by the system.

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Energy Conservation Equation

The equation dE/dt = δQ + δW expresses the rate of change in energy (dE/dt) as the sum of heat added (δQ) and work done (δW) on the system.

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Energy Flow Equation

The equation dE/dt + Eout - Ein = Q + W is a form of the energy conservation equation that includes energy entering (Ein) and leaving (Eout) the system.

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Energy Conservation in Fluid Flow

The conservation of energy principle is essential for engineers to understand and analyze fluid flow systems, ensuring energy is conserved throughout the process.

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Fluid Mechanics

The study of how forces and motion affect fluids, including liquids and gases. It involves principles like conservation of mass and momentum.

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Conservation of Energy

A fundamental principle in physics stating that energy cannot be created nor destroyed, only converted from one form to another. It governs energy exchanges in fluid systems.

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Heat Addition Rate

The rate at which heat is added to a system per unit mass.

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Work Done Rate

The rate at which work is done to a system per unit mass.

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Total Energy of Fluid

The total energy of a fluid is the sum of its internal energy and kinetic energy.

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Internal Energy Flow Rate

The rate at which internal energy flows into a control volume is proportional to the density, velocity, area, and internal energy of the fluid.

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Kinetic Energy Flow Rate

The rate at which kinetic energy flows into a control volume is proportional to the density, velocity, area, and kinetic energy of the fluid.

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Steady Flow Process

A flow process where conditions at any fixed point within a control volume stay constant over time, even though the fluid is moving.

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Energy Equation for Steady Flow

The change in total energy of a fluid flowing through a system is equal to the heat added to the system plus the work done on the system.

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Conservation of Mass in Steady Flow

The mass entering a control volume must be equal to the mass leaving it, and this mass flow rate is constant over time.

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Study Notes

Continuity Equation: Conservation of Mass

  • The principle of mass conservation means that mass can neither be created nor destroyed.

  • The Continuity Equation is a mathematical expression of that principal.

  • The rate at which mass enters the region =the rate at which mass leaves the region +the rate of accumulation of mass in the region.

  • If the flow is steady (i.e., unchanging with time) the rate at which mass is accumulated within the region is zero.

  • The rate at which mass enters the region = The rate at which mass leaves the Region.

  • For a control volume with N inlets and outlets:

    ∑ρiAiVi = 0

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Test your understanding of the Continuity Equation in fluid dynamics. This quiz covers fundamental concepts such as mass conservation, steady and unsteady flow, and the Reynolds transport theorem. Get ready to explore the essence of mass balance in fluid flow scenarios!

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