A fluid element has a velocity V = -y2. xi + 2yx2 . j. The motion at (x, y) = (1/√2, 1) is_________________?

Correct answer: B. Rotational and compressible

  • A. Rotational and incompressible
  • B. Rotational and compressible
  • C. Irrotational and compressible
  • D. Irrotational and incompressible

Explanation

With u = -xy^2 and v = 2x^2y, the divergence at the stated point is -y^2 + 2x^2 = -1 + 1 = 0, so the flow is incompressible. The vorticity component is ∂v/∂x - ∂u/∂y = 6xy, which is nonzero, making it rotational.

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