Flow velocities in an incompressible fluid can be measured with which one of the following?

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Q: 36 (NDA-II/2008)
Flow velocities in an incompressible fluid can be measured with which one of the following?

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Science

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NDA-II

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{'flow velocities': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'incompressible fluid': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'barometer': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'manometer': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'venturi tube': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'strain gague': [0, 0, 1, 0]}

The correct answer is option 2, Venturi tube.

1. A barometer is a device used to measure atmospheric pressure and is not suitable for measuring flow velocities in a fluid.

2. The Venturi tube is a device commonly used to measure flow velocities in an incompressible fluid. It works based on the principle of fluid flow through a constriction. As the fluid passes through the narrow section of the tube, its velocity increases, and this change in velocity can be used to determine the flow rate.

3. A strain gauge is a sensor used to measure strain or deformation in an object. It is not specifically designed for measuring flow velocities in a fluid.

4. A manometer is a device used to measure pressure differences between two points in a fluid. While it can indirectly provide information about flow velocities, it is not as accurate or direct as a Venturi tube.

In conclusion, the Venturi tube is the most suitable option for measuring flow velocities in an incompressible fluid.