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I want to know if the velocity profile is uniform for viscous fluids or not ?
The velocity profile for viscous fluids is parabolic, meaning that the velocity is highest at the center of the fluid and decreases towards the walls. In contrast, the velocity profile for non-viscous fluids is constant throughout the fluid, with no change in velocity from the center to the walls.
Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow. In viscous fluids, the molecules stick together and create friction, causing the parabolic velocity profile. In non-viscous fluids, there is no friction, resulting in a constant velocity profile.
Yes, the velocity profile of a fluid can change over time. This is especially true for non-viscous fluids, where the velocity profile can change due to external factors such as changes in pressure or flow rate.
The shape of the velocity profile can be affected by factors such as the fluid's viscosity, density, flow rate, and the geometry of the container or channel in which the fluid is flowing.
The velocity profile for viscous and non-viscous fluids is important in various fields such as fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, and biomedical engineering. It is used to understand and predict the behavior of fluids in different systems, such as in pipes, pumps, and blood vessels.