What Do You Know About Aerodynamics?
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Which of these is not a classification of flows?
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Hyposonic flow
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Supersonic flow
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Subsonic flow
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Hypersonic flow
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Aerodynamics is the study of the motion of airborne objects. It is concerned with the forces that are in support as well as forces that are against this motion. This scientific field is closely related to fluid dynamics and gas dynamics. The following questions tests your familiarity with aerospace engineering. Ace it!
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What type of flow is characterized by a flow speed greater than the speed of sound?
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Supersonic flow
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Subsonic flow
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Local flow
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Compressible flow
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A. Supersonic flowExplanation
Supersonic flow is characterized by a flow speed greater than the speed of sound. In supersonic flow, the flow velocity exceeds the local speed of sound, resulting in shock waves and a change in the flow behavior. This type of flow is commonly observed in high-speed aircraft, missiles, and other objects that travel at speeds faster than the speed of sound.Rate this question:
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What is the motion of air around an object called?
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Gravitational field
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Flow field
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Frank's field
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Air motion
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A. Flow fieldExplanation
The motion of air around an object is called a flow field.Rate this question:
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Which of these quantities is not used to classify flow fields?
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Density
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Viscosity
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Thrust
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Flow velocity
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A. ThrustExplanation
Thrust is not used to classify flow fields. Density, viscosity, and flow velocity are all important factors in determining the behavior and characteristics of a flow field. Density refers to the mass per unit volume of a fluid and affects its compressibility and buoyancy. Viscosity is the measure of a fluid's resistance to flow and determines its ability to transmit shear stress. Flow velocity is the speed at which the fluid is moving and influences the overall dynamics of the flow. Thrust, on the other hand, is a force that propels an object forward and is not directly related to the classification of flow fields.Rate this question:
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Which of these is not a characteristic of continuum flow field?
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Flow velocity
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Pressure
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Density
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Drag
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A. DragExplanation
Drag is not a characteristic of a continuum flow field. Drag is a force that acts opposite to the direction of motion and is typically experienced by objects moving through a fluid. It is caused by the interaction between the object and the fluid, and is not a property of the flow field itself. The other options, flow velocity, pressure, and density, are all characteristics that describe the properties of the flow field.Rate this question:
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Which of these is related to the speed regime when it comes to the classification of flows?
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Flow density
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Flow velocity
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Thrust
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Viscosity
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A. Flow velocityExplanation
Flow velocity is related to the speed regime when it comes to the classification of flows. The speed regime of a flow refers to the range of velocities at which the flow occurs. Different flow regimes have different characteristics and behaviors. Flow velocity, which measures the speed at which the fluid is moving, is a crucial factor in determining the flow regime. It helps in categorizing flows as laminar or turbulent, as well as in understanding other flow properties such as pressure drop and flow rate.Rate this question:
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How many are the conservation principles of fluid mechanics?
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Four principles
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Nine principles
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Two principles
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Three principles
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A. Three principlesExplanation
The conservation principles of fluid mechanics refer to the principles of mass conservation, momentum conservation, and energy conservation. These principles state that mass, momentum, and energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can only be transferred or transformed. Therefore, the correct answer is "Three principles".Rate this question:
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What is the study of flow around solid objects of various shapes called?
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Internal aerodynamic
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External aerodynamic
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Flow aerodynamic
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Total aerodynamic
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A. External aerodynamicExplanation
External aerodynamics is the study of flow around solid objects of various shapes. It focuses on the interaction between the object and the surrounding air, considering factors such as drag, lift, and turbulence. This field of study is particularly important in industries such as automotive and aerospace, where understanding and optimizing the aerodynamic performance of vehicles and aircraft is crucial.Rate this question:
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Which of these types of flow is incompressible?
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Subsonic flow
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Invicids flow
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Transonic flow
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Supersonic flow
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A. Subsonic flowExplanation
Subsonic flow is incompressible because it occurs at speeds below the speed of sound. In this type of flow, the fluid velocity is much lower than the speed of sound, resulting in a low level of compression. The density of the fluid remains relatively constant throughout the flow, and the flow can be considered incompressible for practical purposes.Rate this question:
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What is the study of flow through passages inside solid objects called?
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External aerodynamics
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Internal aerodynamics
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Flow aerodynamic
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Total aerodynamics
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A. External aerodynamicsExplanation
The study of flow through passages inside solid objects is called internal aerodynamics. External aerodynamics, on the other hand, is the study of flow around solid objects. Flow aerodynamics and total aerodynamics are not specific terms used in the study of fluid dynamics.Rate this question:
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