Bernoulli's Equation
Definition
Bernoulli's equation describes the relationship between pressure, velocity, and height for an ideal fluid flowing along a streamline. It states that as the speed of a fluid increases, its pressure decreases, and vice versa.
Related terms
Venturi Effect: A phenomenon where an increase in fluid speed occurs simultaneously with a decrease in pressure when flowing through a constricted section.
Streamline Flow: Smooth flow pattern where each particle follows a continuous path without crossing paths with other particles.
Dynamic Pressure: The part of total pressure exerted by a moving fluid due to its motion.
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Study guides (3)
AP Physics 2 - 1.1 Fluid Systems
AP Physics 2 - 1.6 Conservation of Energy in Fluid Flow
AP Physics 2 - 1.7 Conservation of Mass Flow Rate in Fluids
Additional resources (1)
AP Physics 2 - Unit 1 Overview: Fluids
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