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I want to know if the velocity profile is uniform for viscous fluids or not ?
The velocity profile for viscous and non-viscous fluids
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The velocity profile for viscous fluids is not uniform, particularly in confined flows such as those in tubes. In these scenarios, the velocity profile exhibits a parabolic shape due to the effects of viscosity, leading to a velocity gradient from the center to the walls of the tube. Non-viscous fluids, on the other hand, can maintain a more uniform velocity profile under similar conditions. This distinction is crucial for understanding fluid dynamics in various applications.
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