Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
The momentum correction factor beta for laminar pipe flow is:
Fluid MechanicsFluid Mechanics and HydraulicsHARD
Choose the correct answer
A
2.0
B
1.0
C
1.33
D
4.0
Correct Answer
C. 1.33
Why is this the answer?
For laminar pipe flow, beta = 4/3; turbulent flow is nearer to 1.
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