Dimensional Analysis and Similitude: Master Fluid Mechanics Problems

Question 1

In the Buckingham Pi theorem, which of the following is not considered a fundamental dimension?

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Angle

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Mass

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Length

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Time

Question 2

In dimensional analysis, what is the main purpose of the Buckingham Pi theorem?

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Derive dimensionless groups from a set of variables

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Determine the number of dependent variables in a system

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Convert between units of physical quantities

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Solve partial differential equations

Question 3

In fluid mechanics, which type of similarity is NOT applicable?

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Thermal similarity

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Dynamic similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Geometric similarity

Question 4

In fluid mechanics, which of these is NOT a fundamental dimension?

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Charge

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Mass

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Time

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Length

Question 5

In fluid dynamics, which of the following is NOT a dimensionless group?

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Drag coefficient

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Mach number

Question 6

In fluid mechanics, which of the following is NOT a fundamental type of similarity?

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Chemical similarity

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Dynamic similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Geometric similarity

Question 7

In dimensional analysis, which quantity is NOT a fundamental dimension used to describe fluid behavior?

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Currency

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Length

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Mass

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Time

Question 8

Which type of similarity in fluid mechanics focuses solely on the shape and size of objects, without considering forces or fluid properties?

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Geometric similarity

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Dynamic similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Thermal similarity

Question 9

In fluid mechanics, which parameter ensures that a model and a prototype behave similarly in terms of fluid flow patterns and forces?

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Mach number

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Weber number

Question 10

In fluid mechanics, which dimensionless group represents the ratio of inertial forces to viscous 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 11

Identify the option that is NOT a dimensionless group commonly used in fluid mechanics:

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Mach number

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Weber number

Question 12

In fluid mechanics, dimensionless groups are used to characterize flow behavior. Which of the following dimensionless groups describes the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces in a fluid?

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Reynolds number

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Pressure coefficient

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Drag coefficient

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Mach number

Question 13

In fluid mechanics, which of these is NOT a type of similarity?

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Chemical similarity

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Dynamic similarity

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Geometric similarity

Question 14

In fluid mechanics, which of the following is NOT a type of similarity?

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Chemical similarity

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Dynamic similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Geometric similarity

Question 15

In fluid mechanics, which dimensionless group primarily characterizes the **inertial** behavior of a fluid flow and plays a crucial role in determining the onset of turbulence?

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Mach number

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Nusselt number

Question 16

To achieve dynamic similarity between two fluid flows, what conditions must be satisfied?

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Geometric similarity, kinematic similarity, and equality of all relevant dimensionless groups

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Kinematic similarity and Reynolds number equality only

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Geometric similarity and Froude number equality only

Question 17

In dimensional analysis, what is the non-dimensional form of pressure?

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Pressure divided by Density

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Pressure divided by Dynamic Viscosity

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Pressure divided by Gravity

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Pressure divided by Kinematic Viscosity

Question 18

Which dimensionless group is typically not used in the context of incompressible fluid mechanics?

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Mach number

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Weber number

Question 19

In model testing, a challenge in achieving dynamic similarity between a model and a prototype is:

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Matching all relevant dimensionless groups may be impractical.

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Dynamic similarity is always achievable with geometric similarity.

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Model testing is only useful for qualitative analysis.

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Dynamic similarity is not essential for successful model testing.

Question 20

In kinematic similarity for fluid flow, which fluid property ratio must be equal between the model and the prototype?

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Kinematic viscosity ratio (ν_m / ν_p)

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Density ratio (ρ_m / ρ_p)

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Viscosity ratio (μ_m / μ_p)

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Surface tension ratio (σ_m / σ_p)

Question 21

In dimensional analysis, which of the following is NOT a type of similarity used to compare two fluid systems?

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Material similarity

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Geometric similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Dynamic similarity

Question 22

In fluid mechanics testing, to ensure dynamic similarity between a model and its prototype, which physical properties must be identical?

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Density and kinematic viscosity of the fluid

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Density and surface roughness of the model

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Kinematic viscosity and elastic modulus of the model material

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Surface roughness and elastic modulus of the model material

Question 23

In dimensional analysis, which of the following is not a type of similarity?

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Chemical similarity

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Geometric similarity

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Kinematic similarity

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Dynamic similarity

Question 24

In fluid mechanics, which dimensionless parameter is **critical** in determining the drag force acting on a cylindrical object moving through a fluid?

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Reynolds number (Re = ρVD/μ)

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Froude number (Fr = V/(gD)^0.5)

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Strouhal number (St = fD/V)

Question 25

In fluid mechanics, which dimensionless group characterizes the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces?

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Reynolds Number

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Froude Number

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Mach Number

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Prandtl Number

Question 26

In fluid mechanics, what is the main purpose of using dimensional analysis?

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Reduce the number of variables in the problem

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Find the exact numerical solution to a fluid mechanics problem

Question 27

In fluid mechanics, what is the primary purpose of using geometric similarity between two objects?

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Predict the behavior of one object based on the behavior of the other.

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Ensure the objects have different shapes and sizes.

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Guarantee the objects are made of the same materials.

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Maintain identical surface textures on both objects.

Question 28

In fluid mechanics, which dimensionless group is NOT used to describe dynamic similarity?

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Mach number

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

Question 29

In fluid mechanics, which type of similarity is not recognized?

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Acoustic similarity

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Geometric similarity

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Kinematic similarity

Question 30

Which dimensionless group represents the ratio of inertial forces to gravitational forces?

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Froude number

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Reynolds number

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Mach number

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Euler number

Question 31

The primary purpose of dimensional analysis in fluid mechanics is to:

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Uncover relationships between different physical variables

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Convert units between different systems of measurement

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Develop mathematical representations of physical systems

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Verify the validity of experimental results

Question 32

The Reynolds number is primarily used to:

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Characterize the flow regime

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Determine the pressure drop

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Predict the heat transfer rate

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Calculate the drag force

Question 33

The Froude number is particularly significant because it:

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Indicates the influence of gravity effects

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Indicates the influence of viscous effects

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Indicates the influence of inertial effects

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Indicates the influence of surface tension effects

Question 34

Which dimensionless group is specifically employed to characterize the flow of a fluid in a pipe?

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Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Mach number

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Nusselt number

Question 35

The fundamental assumption underlying the Buckingham Pi theorem is that:

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The number of variables remains constant

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The governing equations are linear

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The system is in a state of equilibrium

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The system is in a state of steady flow

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental dimension in mechanics?

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Area

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Mass

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Length

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Time

Question 37

What is the Buckingham Pi theorem primarily used for in fluid mechanics?

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Determining the number of dimensionless groups in a problem

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Solving partial differential equations

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Analyzing fluid flow patterns

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Measuring fluid pressure

Question 38

Which of the following is a dimensionless group commonly used in fluid mechanics?

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Reynolds number

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Drag coefficient

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Bernoulli's constant

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Gravitational acceleration

Question 39

Which of the following factors is NOT typically considered when establishing similitude in fluid mechanics?

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Operating temperature

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Geometry

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Boundary conditions

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Fluid properties

Question 40

What is the primary objective of dimensional analysis in fluid mechanics?

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To identify the key parameters governing a fluid flow problem

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To simplify complex fluid flow equations

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To predict the exact behavior of fluids under different conditions

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To design fluid systems with optimal performance

Question 41

Which of the following is considered complete similarity in fluid mechanics?

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Dynamic similarity, where forces and moments are scaled proportionally

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Geometric similarity, where the physical shape and dimensions are scaled proportionally

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Kinematic similarity, where velocities and accelerations are scaled proportionally

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Thermal similarity, where temperature and heat transfer are scaled proportionally

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a dimensionless parameter in fluid mechanics?

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Specific gravity

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Reynolds number

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Mach number

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Froude number

Question 43

Corrected: Which of the following is not a fundamental dimension in fluid mechanics?

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Voltage

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Mass

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Length

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Time

Question 44

Corrected: The Reynolds number is a dimensionless group that represents the ratio of:

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Inertial forces to viscous forces

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Gravitational forces to viscous forces

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Pressure forces to viscous forces

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Elastic forces to viscous forces

Question 45

Corrected: The Froude number is a dimensionless group that represents the ratio of:

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Inertial forces to gravitational forces

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Viscous forces to gravitational forces

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Pressure forces to gravitational forces

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Elastic forces to gravitational forces

Question 46

How do dimensionless groups contribute to characterizing distinct flow regimes and predicting flow transitions, such as the onset of turbulence or laminar-turbulent transitions in fluid mechanics?

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Dimensionless groups aid in identifying the key parameters influencing a specific flow regime.

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Dimensionless groups are solely used for scaling physical models.

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Dimensionless groups lack predictive capabilities regarding flow transitions.

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Dimensionless groups are irrelevant to fluid mechanics.

Question 47

In fluid flow system design and testing, why is it crucial to consider both geometric and dynamic similarity? Explain the potential consequences of overlooking either aspect.

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Both geometric and dynamic similarity are essential for accurate flow behavior prediction. Neglecting either aspect can lead to incorrect or misleading results.

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Geometric similarity alone ensures accurate flow behavior prediction, making dynamic similarity unnecessary.

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Dynamic similarity can be disregarded if the system's geometry is precisely scaled.

Question 48

In fluid mechanics, how can dimensional analysis be used to predict the behavior of a fluid flow system when the operating conditions change?

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By establishing scaling laws that relate different operating conditions.

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By directly measuring the system's response to changing operating conditions.

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By using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to simulate system behavior under different operating conditions.

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By building a physical model of the system and testing it under different operating conditions.

Question 49

Which of the following is a dimensionless group used to characterize the flow of a viscous fluid?

Accepted Answer

Reynolds number

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Froude number

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Mach number

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Weber number

Question 50

The Froude number is a dimensionless group that characterizes the ratio of:

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Inertial forces to gravitational forces

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Viscous forces to inertial forces

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Gravitational forces to surface tension forces

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Inertial forces to elastic forces

Question 51

In dimensional analysis, what does 'dimensional homogeneity' mean?

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Both sides of an equation have the same dimensions

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All quantities in an equation use the same units

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Every variable in an equation has dimensions

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Dimensions are ignored during calculations

Question 52

**Which of the following best describes the purpose of dimensional analysis in fluid mechanics?**

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To derive relationships between physical quantities and their units

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To determine the numerical values of physical quantities

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To convert units between different physical quantities

Question 53

**The Reynolds number is a dimensionless group used to characterize:**

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The ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of gravitational forces to inertial forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of pressure forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

Question 54

**Similitude in fluid mechanics refers to:**

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The similarity between the behavior of two fluid systems

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The behavior of fluid systems under different conditions

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The difference between the behavior of two fluid systems

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The application of dimensional analysis to fluid mechanics problems

Question 55

**Which of the following is a condition for similitude between two fluid systems?**

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The dimensionless groups governing the systems must be the same

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The Reynolds numbers of the systems must be the same

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The Froude numbers of the systems must be the same

Question 56

**The Froude number is a dimensionless group used to characterize:**

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The ratio of inertial forces to gravitational forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of pressure forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

Question 57

**Which of the following is an application of similitude in fluid mechanics?**

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Designing scale models to study the behavior of fluid systems

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Determining the pressure drop in a pipe

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Calculating the drag force on a car

Question 58

**The Mach number is a dimensionless group used to characterize:**

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The ratio of inertial forces to compressibility forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of pressure forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

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The ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces in a fluid flow

Question 59

**Which of the following is a dimensionless group that is commonly used in heat transfer?**

Accepted Answer

The Nusselt number

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The Froude number

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The Reynolds number

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The Mach number

Question 60

The Buckingham Pi theorem states that the number of dimensionless groups formed from a set of n variables with r fundamental dimensions is:

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n - r

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r - n

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n + r

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n / r

Question 61

Which of the following quantities is dimensionless?

Accepted Answer

Reynolds number

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Pressure

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Force

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Density

Question 62

Similitude is the study of:

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Systems that behave similarly under different conditions

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Systems that have the same dimensions

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Systems that are geometrically similar

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Systems that have the same material properties

Question 63

The Reynolds number is a dimensionless group that represents the ratio of:

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Inertial forces to viscous forces

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Magnetic forces to viscous forces

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Elastic forces to viscous forces

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Gravitational forces to viscous forces

Question 64

The Froude number is a dimensionless group that represents the ratio of:

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Inertial forces to gravitational forces

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Viscous forces to gravitational forces

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Elastic forces to gravitational forces

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Magnetic forces to gravitational forces