A fluid is a substance that can flow, meaning it has no fixed shape and takes the shape of its container. Both liquids and gases are fluids because they can move and adapt to their surroundings, unlike solids.
Which of these is a property of fluids?
A Hardness
B Rigidity
C Viscosity
D Malleability
Viscosity refers to a fluid’s resistance to flow. It determines how thick or thin a fluid is. Fluids with high viscosity (like honey) flow slowly, while fluids with low viscosity (like water) flow easily.
What does Bernoulli’s principle relate to?
A Pressure difference
B Fluid velocity
C Energy conservation
D All of the above
Bernoulli’s principle states that for an incompressible, non-viscous fluid, an increase in velocity leads to a decrease in pressure or potential energy. It represents the conservation of mechanical energy within a flowing fluid.
What does the continuity equation state?
A Mass is conserved
B Pressure is constant
C Velocity increases
D Energy is conserved
The continuity equation expresses that in a steady flow, the mass flow rate (the product of fluid density, velocity, and cross‐sectional area) remains constant. This is because mass cannot be created or destroyed.
Which device measures fluid pressure?
A Manometer
B Flow nozzle
C Venturimeter
D Pitot tube
A manometer is a device used to measure the pressure of a fluid, usually a gas or liquid, by comparing it to a known reference pressure. It typically consists of a column of liquid and can indicate pressure changes.
What is Reynolds number used to predict?
A Fluid density
B Flow type
C Fluid pressure
D Fluid velocity
The Reynolds number is a dimensionless quantity that helps predict whether flow will be laminar or turbulent. Low Reynolds numbers (Re < 2000) indicate laminar flow, while high numbers (Re > 4000) suggest turbulent flow.
Which type of flow is characterized by smooth layers?
A Steady flow
B Turbulent flow
C Laminar flow
D Compressible flow
Laminar flow occurs when fluid moves smoothly in parallel layers with minimal mixing. It usually happens at low velocities and is characterized by ordered movement, unlike turbulent flow, which involves chaotic motion.
What causes cavitation in fluids?
A Low pressure
B High viscosity
C High temperature
D High velocity
Cavitation occurs when the pressure in a fluid falls below its vapor pressure, causing vapor bubbles to form. These bubbles collapse as they move to higher pressure areas, causing damage to surrounding surfaces.
What is the effect of increasing viscosity on fluid flow?
A Increases flow rate
B Increases turbulence
C No effect
D Decreases flow rate
Viscosity is a measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow. As viscosity increases, the fluid’s ability to flow decreases, requiring more force to move it. Thicker fluids (like oil) flow slower than thinner fluids (like water).
Which of the following is a type of fluid measurement device?
A Pump
B Siphon
C Venturimeter
D Turbine
A Venturimeter is a device used to measure the velocity of fluid in a pipe by using Bernoulli’s principle. It consists of a constricted section where the velocity increases, and the pressure decreases.
What is drag in fluid dynamics?
A Resistance to motion
B Fluid velocity
C Fluid density
D Pressure difference
Drag is the resistance experienced by an object moving through a fluid. It is caused by the viscosity of the fluid and the frictional forces between the fluid and the object’s surface.
What does the term “boundary layer” refer to?
A Turbulent flow
B Flow near a surface
C Flow inside pipes
D Fluid viscosity
The boundary layer refers to the thin layer of fluid near the surface of a solid where the fluid velocity changes from zero (due to no‐slip condition) to the free‐stream velocity. This layer influences drag and heat transfer.
What does CFD stand for in fluid mechanics?
A Compressible Fluid Dynamics
B Continuous Flow Dynamics
C Computational Fluid Dynamics
D Circular Fluid Distribution
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) uses numerical methods and algorithms to simulate and analyze the behavior of fluids. It helps engineers solve fluid flow problems and optimize designs, particularly in complex and non‐linear situations.
What is an orifice in fluid mechanics?
A Pressure relief valve
B Flow measurement device
C High‐velocity nozzle
D Fluid storage tank
An orifice is a small hole or opening used to measure the flow rate of a fluid through a pipe or container. It typically causes a pressure drop, and the flow rate is determined based on the velocity through the orifice.
What does the term “water hammer” describe?
A Pipe burst
B Flow instability
C Cavitation effect
D Sudden pressure change
Water hammer refers to a pressure surge or shock wave caused by the sudden stop or change in direction of fluid flow. This occurs when valves close quickly, causing a rapid increase in pressure that can damage pipes.