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Which fluid in the human body acts as a transport system for materials to and from cells?
Which fluid in the human body acts as a transport system for materials to and from cells?
What is one of the characteristics of fluids?
What is one of the characteristics of fluids?
What primary role do kidneys serve in the human body regarding fluids?
What primary role do kidneys serve in the human body regarding fluids?
How do gas particles behave compared to liquid particles?
How do gas particles behave compared to liquid particles?
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Which fluid in the body assists in starting the chemical digestion of food?
Which fluid in the body assists in starting the chemical digestion of food?
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Which statement about liquids is true?
Which statement about liquids is true?
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What happens to particles when they are heated?
What happens to particles when they are heated?
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What is a function of sweat in the human body?
What is a function of sweat in the human body?
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Calculate the volume of oil that flows out of a hose dispensing oil at a flow rate of 5 liters per minute after 12 minutes.
Calculate the volume of oil that flows out of a hose dispensing oil at a flow rate of 5 liters per minute after 12 minutes.
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What is the appropriate unit to measure small volumes of fluids?
What is the appropriate unit to measure small volumes of fluids?
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If weight is the measure of how strongly gravity pulls on you, what does mass measure?
If weight is the measure of how strongly gravity pulls on you, what does mass measure?
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Which of the following statements about density is correct?
Which of the following statements about density is correct?
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What is an example of how controlling fluid flow is relevant in the food industry?
What is an example of how controlling fluid flow is relevant in the food industry?
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How does the density of a solid typically compare to that of a liquid?
How does the density of a solid typically compare to that of a liquid?
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What happens to the water level in a bathtub when a person enters it?
What happens to the water level in a bathtub when a person enters it?
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What does a dam primarily do during heavy precipitation?
What does a dam primarily do during heavy precipitation?
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In which scenario is the flow of blood critically managed by medications?
In which scenario is the flow of blood critically managed by medications?
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How can one determine the volume of an irregularly shaped object?
How can one determine the volume of an irregularly shaped object?
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Which of these statements best describes fluid dynamics?
Which of these statements best describes fluid dynamics?
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What does the formula for density look like?
What does the formula for density look like?
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Why do oil and water not mix?
Why do oil and water not mix?
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What role does aeronautics play in the study of fluids?
What role does aeronautics play in the study of fluids?
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What is an eddy in fluid dynamics?
What is an eddy in fluid dynamics?
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Which condition describes laminar flow?
Which condition describes laminar flow?
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What effect does turbulence have in rivers and streams?
What effect does turbulence have in rivers and streams?
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What does viscosity measure in a fluid?
What does viscosity measure in a fluid?
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How is flow rate calculated?
How is flow rate calculated?
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What happens to the flow rate if the pipe diameter is increased?
What happens to the flow rate if the pipe diameter is increased?
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What is surface tension?
What is surface tension?
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What can be done to reduce cohesion in water when fighting forest fires?
What can be done to reduce cohesion in water when fighting forest fires?
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How do cohesive forces affect the flow rates of thick and thin fluids?
How do cohesive forces affect the flow rates of thick and thin fluids?
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Which factor does NOT influence the flow rate of a fluid?
Which factor does NOT influence the flow rate of a fluid?
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In terms of fluid movement, where does the fastest flow typically occur?
In terms of fluid movement, where does the fastest flow typically occur?
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What primary factor differentiates laminar flow from turbulent flow?
What primary factor differentiates laminar flow from turbulent flow?
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What type of fluid typically has a higher viscosity?
What type of fluid typically has a higher viscosity?
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What occurs as a result of plaque buildup in arteries?
What occurs as a result of plaque buildup in arteries?
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What is the density of the oil calculated from the given mass and volume?
What is the density of the oil calculated from the given mass and volume?
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Which factor primarily determines whether an object sinks or floats in a fluid?
Which factor primarily determines whether an object sinks or floats in a fluid?
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How do fish maintain their buoyancy in water?
How do fish maintain their buoyancy in water?
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What happens to the density of water as it freezes?
What happens to the density of water as it freezes?
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What is the primary purpose of the ballast tanks in submarines?
What is the primary purpose of the ballast tanks in submarines?
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Which of the following best describes positive buoyancy?
Which of the following best describes positive buoyancy?
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According to the characteristic properties of matter, why can pure gold samples always have the same density?
According to the characteristic properties of matter, why can pure gold samples always have the same density?
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Why does saltwater provide a greater buoyant force compared to freshwater?
Why does saltwater provide a greater buoyant force compared to freshwater?
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What characteristic property of matter is described by an object's density?
What characteristic property of matter is described by an object's density?
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What allows oil to float on water during an oil spill?
What allows oil to float on water during an oil spill?
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How do hydrometers function differently in various liquids?
How do hydrometers function differently in various liquids?
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What happens to the buoyancy of an object as it displaces more fluid?
What happens to the buoyancy of an object as it displaces more fluid?
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Which statement is true about the relationship between density and buoyancy?
Which statement is true about the relationship between density and buoyancy?
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Study Notes
Fluids: Characteristics and Properties
- Fluids have no fixed shape and flow freely. This includes liquids and gases.
- Humans rely on fluids (e.g., air, water) for survival.
- The human body is primarily composed of fluids.
Fluids in the Human Body
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Oxygen: Releases energy from food.
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Blood: Transports materials to cells and removes waste.
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Sweat: Regulates body temperature.
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Saliva: Lubricates food for swallowing and initiates digestion.
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Urine: Eliminates dissolved waste.
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Stomach acid: Aids in food digestion.
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Various body systems (circulatory, respiratory, urinary) manage fluid movement and usage.
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Kidneys filter blood, removing waste that, if not removed, would be harmful.
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Dialysis machines support kidney function by cleaning the blood.
Particle Theory of Matter
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Matter is composed of tiny particles.
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Particles have empty spaces between them.
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Particles are constantly moving randomly.
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Heat increases particle speed and separation.
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Particles attract each other.
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Solid particles are tightly packed and fixed in place.
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Liquid particles are freer to move around.
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Gas particles have large spaces and fill their container completely.
Ability to Flow
- Fluids flow because their particles are mobile.
- Flow is a key fluid property.
- Some solids (e.g., salt, sugar) appear to flow when poured, but still maintain individual shape.
- Some solids (like glacial ice) are considered fluids under persistent strong forces.
Types of Flow
- Laminar flow: Smooth, consistent flow (e.g., pipes).
- Turbulent flow: Irregular, mixing flow (e.g., rivers).
- Eddy: Area of slower-moving fluid behind an obstacle.
Taming Turbulence
- Streamlined shape: Reduces fluid flow resistance (e.g., cars, planes).
- Turbulence can cause problems (e.g., riverbank erosion during heavy rain).
- Flow rate varies among fluids (water flows faster than honey).
Flow Rate
- Flow rate measures fluid movement (volume per unit time).
- Factors affecting flow rate: type of fluid (thicker = slower), driving force, size of opening, and surface smoothness.
Viscosity
- Viscosity measures fluid resistance to flow.
- Thicker fluids (e.g., syrup) are more viscous.
- Viscosity depends on cohesion (particle attraction) and adhesion (attraction to other substances).
- Less viscous fluids flow faster.
Surface Tension
- Surface tension is the strong attraction among liquid surface particles.
- Surface tension allows some insects to walk on water.
- Reducing surface tension can aid in water dispersal (e.g., firefighting).
Adhesion
- Adhesion is the attraction between particles of different substances.
- Fluids adhere to container walls, influencing flow rate (e.g., meniscus).
- Adhesion slows fluid flow near container walls.
Calculating Flow Rate
- Flow rate (Q) = Volume (V) / Time (t).
- Standard Units: L/s, cm³/s, etc.
Density
- Density measures mass per unit volume.
- Solids are usually denser than liquids; gases are less dense than solids and liquids.
- Density depends on particle type and packing.
- Different substances have different densities.
Density and Buoyancy
- Density and buoyancy link to floating/sinking.
- Buoyant force equals the weight of displaced fluid.
- Floating objects displace fluid equal to their weight.
- Hydrometers float at different levels in different liquids due to varying buoyancy.
Density of Common Materials
- A table of densities for common liquids and solids is provided.
Liquids: Oil and Water
- Oil is less dense than water, so it floats.
- Oil spills harm aquatic life but can be contained at the surface.
Airships, Balloons, and Blimps
- Lighter-than-air crafts (e.g., airships, balloons, blimps) utilize buoyant forces.
Buoyancy and Fish/Submarines
- Fish adjust buoyancy using swim bladders (controlling gas volume).
- Submarines use ballast tanks (water intake/discharge) to vary buoyancy.
Positive, Negative, Neutral Buoyancy
- Positive buoyancy: object floats.
- Negative buoyancy: object sinks.
- Neutral buoyancy: object remains in one place.
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Explore the characteristics and properties of fluids, their role in the human body, and the particle theory of matter. This quiz covers essential aspects like oxygen transport, blood circulation, and how particles behave in different states. Test your knowledge on these fundamental concepts of physics and biology.
