Master Fluid Momentum: Enhance Your Fluid Mechanics Skills

Question 1

In the momentum equation for fluid flow, which term is absent?

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Temperature

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Mass flow rate

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Velocity

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Acceleration

Question 2

The net change in momentum of a fluid flowing through a control volume is caused by:

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Net force acting on the fluid

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Work done by the fluid

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Heat added to the fluid

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Change in potential energy of the fluid

Question 3

In pipe flow, the pressure gradient is:

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Related to the change in momentum of the fluid

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Independent of the fluid velocity

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Proportional to the square of the fluid velocity

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Inversely proportional to the fluid density

Question 4

In laminar pipe flow, the pressure gradient is related to the shear stress acting on the fluid. Which of the following statements is true?

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The pressure gradient is directly proportional to the shear stress.

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The pressure gradient is equal in magnitude but opposite in direction to the shear stress.

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The pressure gradient is inversely proportional to the shear stress.

Question 5

What is the significance of the momentum equation being a vector equation?

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It means the equation considers both the magnitude and direction of the fluid's momentum

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It indicates that the equation only has magnitude

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It suggests that the equation only has direction

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It implies that the equation is not dependent on direction

Question 6

Summarize the significance of the momentum equation in fluid mechanics

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It is a foundational principle that describes the relationship between the forces acting on a fluid and its motion, providing a basis for analyzing and understanding fluid flow phenomena

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It is a minor equation with limited practical applications

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It is primarily useful for solving complex fluid flow problems

Question 7

A fluid flows through a horizontal pipe of varying diameter. At which point in the pipe is the fluid velocity the highest?

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At the narrowest point

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At the midpoint

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At the widest point

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At the entrance

Question 8

A nozzle converts pressure energy into kinetic energy. How does the fluid velocity change as it passes through the nozzle?

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Increases

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Varies randomly

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Decreases

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Stays the same

Question 9

A fluid jet impinges on a flat plate. How do you calculate the reaction force on the plate?

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Use the momentum flux of the jet

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Use the Bernoulli equation

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Use the Navier-Stokes equations

Question 10

What is the momentum thickness of a boundary layer?

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Integral of velocity deficit over boundary layer thickness

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Velocity at boundary layer edge

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Integral of velocity over boundary layer thickness

Question 11

Which of the following is an application of the momentum equation in fluid mechanics?

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Design of aircraft wings

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Modeling of electrical circuits

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Prediction of weather patterns

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Analysis of chemical reactions

Question 12

In a diffuser, the cross-sectional area gradually increases in the flow direction. What happens to the pressure of the fluid as it passes through a diffuser?

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Decreases

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Increases

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Fluctuates

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Remains constant

Question 13

Which of the following is an essential assumption underlying the momentum equation?

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Steady flow

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Compressible flow

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Turbulent flow

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Unsteady flow

Question 14

When the velocity profile of a fluid flowing through a pipe is non-uniform, which concept is most appropriate for representing the momentum of the fluid?

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Momentum flux

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Angular momentum

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Linear momentum

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Specific momentum

Question 15

The units of momentum are:

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kg * m/s

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kg * m^2/s

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J * s

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N * m

Question 16

What is the Bernoulli equation?

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An energy balance equation derived from the momentum equation and conservation of energy for steady, incompressible, and inviscid flow.

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A force balance equation for fluids.

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A mass conservation equation.

Question 17

What is the significance of the control volume approach in the momentum equation?

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It allows for the analysis of fluid flow through arbitrary control volumes, enabling the study of complex flow phenomena.

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It provides a more accurate representation of fluid behavior.

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It simplifies the mathematical formulation of the equation.

Question 18

In a rigid pipe, the mass flow rate is defined as:

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ρAv

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ρAv^2

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μAv/L

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ρgA/L

Question 19

The SI units of momentum are:

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kg m/s

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N

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J

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Pa

Question 20

A nozzle is used to increase the velocity of a fluid. What is the effect on the pressure of the fluid?

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Decreases

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Increases

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Remains constant

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The pressure cannot be determined without additional information

Question 21

Which of the following is a simplifying assumption often made when applying the momentum equation to fluid flow problems?

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Incompressible flow

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Laminar flow

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Irrotational flow

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Viscous flow

Question 22

The momentum equation can be used to analyze a variety of fluid flow scenarios. Which of the following is NOT a typical application?

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Flow over an airfoil

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Nozzle flow

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Pipe flow

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Flow in a diffuser

Question 23

What is the significance of the control volume when applying the momentum equation?

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It defines the boundaries of the system being analyzed.

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It ensures conservation of energy.

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It is not significant

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It simplifies the governing equations.

Question 24

Which term in the momentum equation represents the convective acceleration of the fluid?

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ρ(v₂ - v₁)

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g

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F

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p₁ - p₂

Question 25

The fundamental momentum equation in fluid flow states that the product of density, velocity, and area is constant. Which of the following equations represents this principle?

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ρAV = constant

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ρA^2V = constant

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ρV^2A = constant

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ρV = constant

Question 26

What is the formula for calculating the mass flow rate in a pipe?

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ρAV

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ρV^2A

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ρV

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ρA^2V

Question 27

Nozzles are designed to accelerate fluid flow by decreasing the flow area. What is the characteristic shape of a nozzle?

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Converging

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Obtuse

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Parallel

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Diverging

Question 28

Diffusers are designed to slow down fluid flow by increasing the flow area. What happens to the velocity of the fluid as it passes through a diffuser?

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Decreases

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Remains constant

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Increases

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Becomes zero

Question 29

What can be calculated using the momentum equation?

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Force acting on the fluid

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Density of the fluid

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Temperature of the fluid

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Viscosity of the fluid

Question 30

Why is the momentum equation considered a vector equation?

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Momentum is a vector quantity, having both magnitude and direction.

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Density is a vector quantity

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Area is a vector quantity

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Velocity is a vector quantity

Question 31

The momentum equation has limitations in its applicability. What is one significant limitation of the momentum equation?

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It does not account for viscous forces, which can be significant in some fluid flows.

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Cannot be applied to compressible fluids

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Only valid for laminar flows

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None of the above

Question 32

Momentum, a key concept in fluid mechanics, is influenced by various factors. Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the momentum of a fluid?

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Temperature

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Area

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Mass

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Velocity

Question 33

What is the fundamental principle represented by the momentum equation for a control volume?

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The rate of change of momentum of the fluid within the control volume equals the net forces acting on the control volume.

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The sum of all forces acting on the control volume equals the rate of change of energy within the control volume.

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The rate of change of pressure within the control volume equals the net forces acting on the control volume.

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The rate of change of mass of the fluid inside the control volume equals the net forces acting on the control volume.

Question 34

For a fluid with density ρ moving at velocity u in the x-direction, what is the momentum flux in the x-direction?

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ρ * u^2

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ρ * u^3

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1/2 * ρ * u^2

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ρ * u

Question 35

In a diffuser, the fluid's velocity decreases. How does this affect the pressure?

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The pressure increases.

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The pressure remains constant.

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The pressure change is unpredictable.

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The pressure decreases.

Question 36

What is the momentum of a fluid particle with mass m and velocity v?

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m * v

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m * v^2

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1/4 * m * v^2

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1/2 * m * v^2

Question 37

Which of the following equations is dimensionally consistent with the momentum equation?

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F = m * a

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F = m * v

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F = m * v^2

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F = v / t

Question 38

What is the key difference between linear momentum and angular momentum?

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Linear momentum is the product of mass and linear velocity, while angular momentum is the product of moment of inertia and angular velocity.

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Linear momentum is a scalar quantity, while angular momentum is a vector quantity.

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Linear momentum is related to rotational motion, while angular momentum is related to translational motion.

Question 39

How does the conservation of mass principle relate to the momentum equation?

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The conservation of mass principle is used to derive the continuity equation, a crucial equation in fluid mechanics, which helps solve the momentum equation.

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These two principles are independent and do not have a direct relationship.

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The momentum equation is directly derived from the conservation of mass principle.

Question 40

What is the momentum equation for a fluid element in the x-direction, expressed in its full form?

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ρ(∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x + v∂u/∂y + w∂u/∂z) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂x² + ∂²u/∂y² + ∂²u/∂z²)

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ρ(∂u/∂y + v∂u/∂x) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂y²)

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ρ(∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x + v∂u/∂y + w∂u/∂z) = -∂P/∂x

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ρ(∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂x²)

Question 41

What is the simplified form of the momentum equation for steady, incompressible, one-dimensional flow in a pipe?

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ρu² + P = constant

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ρu + P = constant

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ρu - P = constant

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ρu² - P = constant

Question 42

What is the primary effect of a nozzle on the velocity of a fluid?

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It increases the velocity of the fluid.

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It reverses the direction of the fluid.

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It decreases the velocity of the fluid.

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It maintains the velocity of the fluid.

Question 43

In a diffuser, how does the pressure and velocity of the fluid change?

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Pressure increases while velocity decreases.

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Both pressure and velocity increase.

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Pressure decreases while velocity increases.

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Both pressure and velocity decrease.

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT considered a body force?

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Shear stress

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Gravity force

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Magnetic force

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Buoyancy force

Question 45

How does viscosity influence the momentum equation?

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It introduces shear stress terms into the equation.

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It simplifies the equation by eliminating pressure terms.

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It increases the velocity of the fluid.

Question 46

What dimensionless parameter characterizes the ratio of viscous forces to inertial forces?

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Weber number

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Mach number

Question 47

What form does the momentum equation take for a rotating fluid?

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ρ(∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x + v∂u/∂y + w∂u/∂z) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂x² + ∂²u/∂y² + ∂²u/∂z²) + 2ρω × u

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ρ(∂u/∂y + v∂u/∂x) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂y²)

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ρ(∂u/∂t + u∂u/∂x) = -∂P/∂x + μ(∂²u/∂x²)

Question 48

Which of the following represents the momentum equation for steady, incompressible flow?

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ρ(vv) + p = constant

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ρ(v^2) + p = constant

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ρ(v) + p = constant

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ρ(v*v) + p = constant

Question 49

A pipe with a diameter of 0.1 m carries water at a velocity of 2 m/s. What is the momentum flux through the pipe?

Accepted Answer

400 N-m/s

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100 N-m/s

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200 N-m/s

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800 N-m/s

Question 50

In a nozzle, which of the following changes occur to the pressure and velocity of the fluid?

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Pressure decreases, velocity increases

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Pressure increases, velocity decreases

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Pressure and velocity both decrease

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Pressure and velocity both increase

Question 51

In a diffuser, which of the following changes occur to the pressure and velocity of the fluid?

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Pressure increases, velocity decreases

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Pressure and velocity both increase

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Pressure and velocity both decrease

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Pressure decreases, velocity increases

Question 52

Which of the following is a type of body force that can be included in the momentum equation?

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Gravity

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Surface tension

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Viscous shear stress

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Pressure gradient

Question 53

The momentum equation is a vector equation. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

It has three components, one for each direction in space.

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It is not valid for turbulent flows.

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It can only be applied to one-dimensional flows.

Question 54

Which of the following assumptions is made when deriving the momentum equation?

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The fluid is incompressible.

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The fluid is inviscid.

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The flow is laminar.

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The flow is steady.

Question 55

What is the significance of the pressure term in the momentum equation?

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It represents the force exerted by the surrounding fluid on the control volume.

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It represents the potential energy of the fluid.

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It represents the kinetic energy of the fluid.

Question 56

What is the major limitation of the momentum equation?

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It cannot be applied to turbulent flows.

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It is only valid for incompressible flows.

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It is too complex to solve for practical problems.

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It is only valid for steady flows.