In a fluid flow, Mach number is an estimate of _________.
In a fluid flow, Mach number is an estimate of _________.
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- \( \sqrt{\frac{{inertia force}}{{viscous force}}} \)
- \( \sqrt{\frac{{inertia force}}{{elastic force}}} \)
- \( \sqrt{\frac{{elastic force}}{{viscous force}}} \)
- \( \sqrt{\frac{{viscous force}}{{inertia force}}} \)
The Correct Option is B
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