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Define equivalent length for minor loss in pipe flow. How is it related to the minor loss coefficient?

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Chapter12: Fluid Dynamics And Its Biological And Medical Applications

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQ: What is the difference between flow rate and fluid velocity? How are they related?

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