answersLogoWhite

0

Engine oil too thin.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Physics

Is quicksand a non-Newtonian fluid?

Yes, quicksand is a non-Newtonian fluid.


What is the difference between Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid?

Water is an example of a Newtonian fluid. Non-Newtonian fluids include catsup, paint, liquid detergent, liquid polymers and a variety of other liquids. In a Newtonian fluid, the relation between the shear stress and the strain rate is linear, the constant of proportionality being the coefficient of viscosity. In simple terms, the size of the drops is directly related to the thickness of the fluid, all else being equal. In a non-Newtonian fluid, the relation between the shear stress and the strain rate is nonlinear, and can even be time-dependent. Therefore a constant coefficient of viscosity can not be defined. Multi-viscosity motor oil, which changes viscosity with temperature, is a common example. Newtonian fluids obey Newton's laws.but non Newtonian fluids does not obey Newton's laws.


Is Asphalt a Newtonian fluid?

No, asphalt is not a Newtonian fluid. It is a non-Newtonian fluid, meaning its viscosity changes with the rate of shear stress. This is why asphalt can behave differently under various conditions and temperatures.


Is glue newtonian or non newtonian?

Glue is typically considered a non-Newtonian fluid because its viscosity can change with the applied force, such as stirring or spreading. The viscosity of non-Newtonian fluids like glue can vary depending on factors like shear rate and stress.


What are the differences between Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids and how do these differences affect their flow behavior?

Newtonian fluids have a constant viscosity regardless of the applied stress, while non-Newtonian fluids have a viscosity that changes with the applied stress. This difference affects their flow behavior as Newtonian fluids flow consistently, following Newton's law of viscosity, while non-Newtonian fluids can exhibit complex flow patterns such as shear-thinning or shear-thickening behavior.