Lesson 3 - Principles of Fluid Mechanics 1 SAQ
This lesson allows you to test yourself on the material covered in the lesson on Principles of Fluid Mechanics 1, and to determine the level to which you have met the learning outcomes.
Suggested Response - Q2
* Which of the following describes the viscosity of a fluid?
a) How dense a fluid is
b) The cosine of the angle of runniness
c) How easily a fluid flows
d) How easily visible light can pass through the fluid
Response:
The correct answer is c) How easily a fluid flows. Answer a) refers to the density of a fluid. Answer b) is, of course, nonsense! And answer d) does not relate to viscosity at all.