Mass of Turbulence: Does Turbulent Fluid Have More Energy?

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Turbulent fluid possesses more energy compared to laminar fluid due to the chaotic motion and mixing that occurs in turbulence. The discussion clarifies that the same fluid can exhibit different energy levels before and after transitioning from laminar to turbulent flow. This difference in energy is attributed to the increased velocity gradients and eddies present in turbulent flow. Understanding these energy variations is crucial for applications in fluid dynamics. The relationship between turbulence and energy levels is a significant aspect of fluid behavior.
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Turbulent fluid has more energy (mass) than laminar fluid?
 
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Are you asking whether the same fluid in some (laminar) flow has a different amount of energy (mass) before and after the onset of turbulence?
 
Yes. Thanks for clarification. I would like to know if there are differences in energy (mass) of its kind between the turbulent fluid and the same fluid but laminar.
 

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