4. Fluid Dynamics

Continuity Equation — Quiz

Test your understanding of continuity equation with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What does the continuity equation express for a fluid flowing through a pipe?

Question 2

For steady incompressible flow, which relation is the continuity equation?

Question 3

If a fluid flows through a narrower section of a pipe, what usually happens to the velocity for incompressible flow?

Question 4

Which statement best describes the meaning of steady flow in the continuity equation?

Question 5

A fluid with constant density enters a pipe where the area changes from $2\,\text{m}^2$ to $1\,\text{m}^2$. If the inlet velocity is $3\,\text{m/s}$, what is the outlet velocity?