In which of the following body shapes, the pressure drag is large compared to the friction drag ?

Correct answer: C. Bluff body

  • A. Stream line body
  • B. Two dimensional body
  • C. Bluff body
  • D. None of these

Explanation

A bluff body causes flow separation and a large wake, producing substantial pressure or form drag. Streamlined bodies delay separation and therefore have relatively greater friction drag than pressure drag.

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