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How does the turbulent boundary layer vary with respect to the Reynolds number?(a) Rex^–\(\frac {1}{5}\)(b) Rex^–\(\frac {1}{4}\)(c) Rex^–\(\frac {1}{2}\)(d) Rex^-2I have been asked this question in an interview for internship.Question is from Turbulence Modelling topic in chapter Boundary Layers, Laminar & Turbulent Boundary Layers, Navier Stokes Solutions of Aerodynamics

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The correct choice is (a) Rex^–\(\frac {1}{5}\)

The EXPLANATION is: The turbulent BOUNDARY layer thickness in an incompressible FLOW is GIVEN by:

δ = \(\frac {0.37x}{Re_x^{-1/5}}\)

Thus the turbulent boundary layer thickness VARIES as Rex^-1/5 whereas in case of laminar flow, it varies as Rex^-1/4.



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