Topic: Fluid Mechanics
Rapid and sharp changes in fluid properties in a very small region of gas flow is known as
- A. Cavitation
- B. Shock wave
- C. Sublimation
- D. Chocking
Answer: B. Shock wave
Explanation: A shock wave is a steep finite pressure wave where rapid and sharp changes in fluid properties (such as pressure, temperature, and density) occur in a supersonic gas flow.