Applied Fluid Mechanics (7th Edition)
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Author: Robert L. Mott, Joseph A. Untener
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 18.1PP
A pipe in a compressed air system is carrying
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To determine
Calculate the flow rate in ft3/s.
Answer to Problem 18.1PP
The flow rate in ft3/s is,
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Volume flow rate in a pipe, Q= 2650 cfm
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