Solve the problem.
-The radial flow field of an incompressible fluid is shown below. Which of the closed paths would exhibit a non-zero flux?

A) A, B, and C
B) C
C) A and B
D) none of these

Question

Solve the problem.
-The radial flow field of an incompressible fluid is shown below. Which of the closed paths would exhibit a non-zero flux?

A) A, B, and C 
B) C 
C) A and B 
D) none of these

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Only closed paths that enclose a non-zero amount of fluid will exhibit non-zero flux. Paths A and B enclose fluid, while path C passes through the center where there is no fluid, so it will have zero flux. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Solve the Problem. -The Radial Flow Field of an Incompressible Fluid Is Shown