M1 Fluid Mechanics Physics

A set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts in Fluid Mechanics as presented in College Physics 2.

Fluid Mechanics

The branch of science which deals with the study of the behavior of fluids (gases or liquids).

Density

Mass per unit volume, defining how compact a substance is.

Fluid Statics

The study of fluids at rest or in equilibrium situations.

Fluid Dynamics

The study of fluids in motion.

Buoyant Force

The upward force exerted by a fluid that opposes the weight of an object submerged in it.

Archimedes' Principle

An object submerged in a fluid experiences an upward buoyant force equal to the weight of the fluid displaced.

Hydraulic Pressure

Pressure exerted by a fluid in a confined space, transmitted uniformly in all directions.

Atmospheric Pressure

The pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere, typically measured at 101.3 kPa.

Gauge Pressure

The pressure relative to atmospheric pressure, often used in measuring systems.

Pascal's Principle

An external pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted uniformly throughout the volume of the liquid.

Relative Density

The ratio of a material's density to the density of water.

Pressure Formula

Pressure is defined as force per unit area, expressed as P = F/A.

Fluid Pressure

The pressure exerted by a fluid at a given depth, proportional to the height of the fluid and its density.

Conversion of Pressure Units

Different units for measuring pressure, including Pascal, Bar, atm, and Torr, each with specific conversion factors.

Hydraulic Jack

A device utilizing hydraulic pressure as per Pascal's principle to lift heavy loads.