Fluid Mechanics Quiz
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What characteristic differentiates fluids from solids?

  • Fluids have a fixed volume.
  • Fluids are made of particles.
  • Fluids have a definite shape.
  • Fluids can flow. (correct)

How does temperature affect the viscosity of a liquid?

  • Higher temperature decreases viscosity. (correct)
  • Temperature does not affect viscosity.
  • Higher temperature increases viscosity.
  • Lower temperature decreases viscosity.

Which of the following is true regarding the viscosity of gases?

  • Gases are always more viscous than liquids.
  • Viscosity of gases decreases with increasing temperature. (correct)
  • Gases have a constant viscosity regardless of temperature.
  • Viscosity of gases increases with increasing temperature.

Which factor would lead to a decrease in the viscosity of a liquid?

<p>Increasing temperature. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between friction and viscosity?

<p>Friction increases viscosity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these liquids would likely have the highest viscosity?

<p>Corn syrup (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does particle size affect the viscosity of a fluid?

<p>Larger particles promote a less viscous flow. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What correctly describes the arrangement and movement of particles in a gas?

<p>Particles are far apart and move randomly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Viscosity

Resistance of a fluid to flow due to attractive forces between its particles.

Low Viscosity

A fluid that flows easily, like water.

High Viscosity

A fluid that flows slowly, like honey.

Flow Rate

The speed a fluid moves between two points.

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Concentration

The amount of a substance dissolved in a specific volume.

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Viscosity and Temperature

As temperature increases, the viscosity of a liquid decreases and the viscosity of a gas increases.

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Viscosity and Particle Size

The smaller the particle size, the less viscous the fluid.

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Viscosity and Attractive Forces

Fluids that have strong attractive forces between their particles are more viscous.

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