understand the differences between the three types of fluid flow (laminar, turbulent and eddy). Be able to identify real life scenarios for each type of fluid flow.

Answer 1

1. Laminar flow:
- Laminar flow is characterized by smooth and orderly flow in which fluid particles move in parallel layers without mixing.
- Real life scenario: Water flowing through a straight and narrow pipe at a low velocity can exhibit laminar flow.

2. Turbulent flow:
- Turbulent flow is characterized by chaotic and random movement of fluid particles, with mixing and intermingling of different layers.
- Real life scenario: Air flow around the wings of an airplane during takeoff or landing can exhibit turbulent flow.

3. Eddy flow:
- Eddy flow is a type of turbulent flow characterized by the formation of rotating vortices or eddies in the fluid.
- Real life scenario: Water flowing downstream of a boulder in a river can exhibit eddy flow as the water swirls and forms rotating vortices around the obstruction.