Fluid Friction
Fluid Friction: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Fluid, Fluid Friction, Factors Affecting Fluid Friction and, Methods to Minimise Fluid Friction
Important Questions on Fluid Friction
Fluid friction on an object in a fluid depends on its speed with respect to fluid.

Frictional force on an object in a fluid depends on the nature of the fluid.

Frictional force on an object in a fluid depends on the shape of the object


How birds have evolved their shape to fly in the air?


When an object is travelling through a fluid, the frictional force depends upon _____.

To minimise the fluid friction on objects in motion while moving in liquid we can _____.

Suppose Rahul is swimming in a pool of sugar syrup instead of water. What kind of physical forces are acting on Rahul while swimming?


When a machine is operated, the _____ generated causes wastage of energy.

Explain why vehicles are designed to have a specific shape.

Objects moving in fluids does not require a specific shape.


Write the name of the shape of aeroplane for minimising friction.
(Choose from: Streamlined shape/spherical shape)

What is fluid friction? Write the factors on which fluid friction depends.



