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4.2
Fluid Flow around Objects
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Laminar Flow | When water travels in straight or almost straight lines. |
| Turbulent Flow | When the water is broken and choppy-unable to flow in straight lines due to rocks |
| Drag | Air or water resistance to shapes that produce turbulent flow. |
| Streamlined or Aerodynamic | Shapes that create a laminar flow. |