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.