Fluid Dynamics Terms flashcards are a set of study tools designed to help students learn and remember important terms related to fluid dynamics. These flashcards typically feature a term on one side and its definition on the other, making it easy for students to quiz themselves and test their knowledge.
Fluid dynamics is the study of how fluids like liquids and gases move and interact with their surroundings. It is an important branch of physics and engineering, with applications in a wide range of fields such as aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and meteorology. Understanding fluid dynamics terms is crucial for anyone working in these areas.
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quick facts
- Viscosity: Viscosity is a measure of how sticky or thick a fluid is. Honey has a high viscosity, while water has a low viscosity.
- Pressure: Pressure is the force exerted by a fluid on its surroundings. When you dive deep underwater, you feel pressure on your ears.
- Bernoulli’s Principle: Bernoulli’s principle states that as the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure decreases. This is why airplanes are able to fly.
- Turbulence: Turbulence is the chaotic, swirling motion of a fluid. It can be seen in rivers, oceans, and even in the air during a storm.
- Drag: Drag is the resistance force that acts against an object moving through a fluid. This is why it’s harder to ride a bike into a strong headwind.
card list
| Front | Back |
|---|---|
| Bernoulli’s Principle | Bernoulli’s Principle: As the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure decreases. |
| Viscosity | Resistance of a fluid to flow. |
| Reynolds Number | The Reynolds Number is a way to measure how fluid flows in a pipe or channel. |
| Drag | Resistance force that acts opposite to the direction of motion of an object through a fluid. |
| Lift | Lift: The force that pushes an object upward in a fluid, like air or water. |
| Turbulence | Unpredictable swirling motion in fluids. |
| Streamlines | Streamlines show the path of fluid flow. |
| Cavitation | Cavitation – the formation and collapse of bubbles in a liquid due to changes in pressure. |
| Compressibility | Compressibility: The ability of a fluid to be squeezed into a smaller volume. |
| Boundary Layer | The boundary layer is a thin layer of fluid near a surface where the flow of the fluid is influenced by the surface. |