Transition length for turbulent flow in smooth pipe is equal to _____________ times the pipe diameter?

Correct answer: C. 50

  • A. 0.5
  • B. 5
  • C. 50
  • D. 500

Explanation

The turbulent entrance or transition length in a smooth pipe is commonly estimated as about 50 pipe diameters. This is much longer than the approximately 0.5D to 5D range often associated with laminar entrance flow.

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