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The Wave Nature of Light · Term 4

Fluid Flow and Continuity Equation

Students will describe fluid flow, differentiate between laminar and turbulent flow, and apply the continuity equation.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between laminar and turbulent fluid flow.
  2. Explain how the continuity equation describes the conservation of mass in fluid flow.
  3. Analyze how the speed of fluid changes in pipes of varying cross-sectional area.

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

HS.PS2.A.1
Grade: Grade 12
Subject: Physics
Unit: The Wave Nature of Light
Period: Term 4

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