Chapter 8. Differential Equations of Fluid Flow
8.0 Chapter Objectives
On completion of this chapter, a student should be able to:
Distinguish between different types of derivatives (partial derivative, total derivative, substantial derivative)
Distinguish and explain the differences between scalars, vectors, and tensors
Identify different fluid properties and parameters such as scalars, vectors, and tensors
Derive the equation of continuity for a volume element of fluid
Simplify the equation of continuity for steady-state systems and systems of constant density
Identify the equation of continuity in Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates
Derive the equation of motion (momentum balance) for a volume element of fluid
Simplify the ...
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