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Thermal Energy Equation Term - Chain Rule
This makes sense - didn't think about using the product rule. I will work through it later but I think I've got it. Also my mistake with the minus sign I forgot to include it out in front of the first term. Thanks!- kevman90
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- Forum: Calculus and Beyond Homework Help
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Thermal Energy Equation Term - Chain Rule
Homework Statement I am going through a derivation of the thermal energy equation for a fluid and am stumped on one of the steps. Specifically, the text I am using converts the term: P/ρ*(Dρ/Dt) to: ρ*D/Dt(P/ρ) - DP/Dt where: ρ = density P = pressure D/Dt = material derivative The text...- kevman90
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Electromechanical vs. Mechanical Engineering
Alright so I am 22 years old and if all goes according to plan will graduate with a degree in Civil Engineering this upcoming May (I'd be 23). Recently I have been having second thoughts about my career choice though. I am currently interning at this cement contracting company and absolutely...- kevman90
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- Forum: STEM Academic Advising