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Question
What happens to the fluid velocity when a pipe narrows, assuming steady flow?
Explanation
The equation of continuity (Av = constant) for an incompressible fluid in steady flow implies that as the cross-sectional area decreases, the velocity must increase to maintain a constant mass flow rate.
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