Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
The momentum correction factor in pipe-flow analysis is introduced to account for:
Fluid MechanicsMomentum CorrectionMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
non-uniform velocity distribution over the section
B
only the weight of the pipe wall
C
atmospheric pressure variation with altitude only
D
chemical composition of the flowing liquid
Correct Answer
A. non-uniform velocity distribution over the section
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The momentum correction factor adjusts the momentum-flux term because velocity is not uniform over the entire cross-section.
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