Fluid Dynamics - Drag - Quiz, Trivia & Questions

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team

The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Ags2511

Ags2511

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 8 | Total Attempts: 19,956

Questions: 7 | Attempts: 150 | Updated: Mar 19, 2023

Questions

Settings

Create your own Quiz

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

Questions and Answers

1.

Using your knowledge on fluid dynamics, identify how the impact of drag on a golf ball during flight can be reduced.
- A.
  
  Altering the shape
- B.
  
  Using the dimple design of the golf ball
- C.
  
  Club selection
- D.
  
  Changing the angle of attack during the swing
Correct Answer(s)
A. Altering the shape
B. Using the dimple design of the golf ball

Explanation
Drag, in particular form drag can be seriously reduced by changing the shape of the golf ball and using the dimple design of the ball.

Rate this question:
2.

As the ball changes shape during flight, it is said to be ___________.
- A.
  
  Round
- B.
  
  Streamlined
- C.
  
  Optimal
- D.
  
  Longitudinal
Correct Answer
B. Streamlined

Explanation
When the ball changes shape during flight, it is said to be "streamlined." This means that the ball is designed in a way that reduces air resistance and allows it to move through the air more efficiently. A streamlined shape helps the ball maintain a steady and smooth trajectory, making it more aerodynamic. This is important in sports such as soccer or baseball, where the shape of the ball can greatly affect its speed and accuracy when thrown or kicked.

Rate this question:
3.

By making the ball more streamlined during flight, it increases the amount of air that omes into contact with ball. This reduces the energy lost from the ball and allows the ball to continue in it's intended state of motion.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It reduces the amount of air that comes into contact with the ball, and therefore reduces the energy lost from the ball

Rate this question:
4.

The dimple design assists in creating________
- A.
  
  Lift (through Magnus Effect)
- B.
  
  A boundary layer
- C.
  
  Forward momentum
- D.
  
  Forward spin
Correct Answer(s)
A. Lift (through Magnus Effect)
B. A boundary layer

Explanation
The dimples create lift (through Magnus Effect) and create a BOUNDARY LAYER, which uses air at the front of the ball to deflect air molecules away

Rate this question:
5.

Wave drag occurs at the interface of _________ fluids
- A.
  
  Three
- B.
  
  Two
- C.
  
  Water
Correct Answer
B. Two

Explanation
Occurs when an object moves at the interface of two fluids i.e. air and water

Rate this question:
6.

Wave drag will effect________ of the golf ball
- A.
  
  Velocity
- B.
  
  Spin
- C.
  
  Direction
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
A golf ball in flight (air fluid) comes into contact with rain (water fluid)
This will effect the velocity, spin and direction of the ball

Rate this question:
7.

How can the effects of wave drag be reduced during ball flight?
- A.
  
  Through the ball changing shape i.e. streamlined
- B.
  
  Increasing the number of dimples on the ball
- C.
  
  Avoid playing during wet conditions!
Correct Answer
A. Through the ball changing shape i.e. streamlined

Explanation
The streamlined effect of the ball is significant reducing the effects of wave drag

Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

Current Version
Mar 19, 2023

Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team
Oct 21, 2012

Quiz Created by
Ags2511

Fluid Dynamics - Drag

Using your knowledge on fluid dynamics, identify how the impact of drag on a golf ball during flight can be reduced.

As the ball changes shape during flight, it is said to be ___________.

By making the ball more streamlined during flight, it increases the amount of air that omes into contact with ball. This reduces the energy lost from the ball and allows the ball to continue in it's intended state of motion.

The dimple design assists in creating________

Wave drag occurs at the interface of _________ fluids

Wave drag will effect________ of the golf ball

How can the effects of wave drag be reduced during ball flight?