Overview
Fluid dynamics in geological systems is a crucial field that examines how fluids interact with geological materials. Understanding fluid properties, flow dynamics, and sediment transport mechanisms is essential for managing water resources, predicting geological changes, and mitigating environmental...
Key Terms
Example: Honey has a higher viscosity than water.
Example: A river's flow rate can be measured in cubic meters per second.
Example: Sand has high hydraulic conductivity, allowing water to flow easily.
Example: A sponge has high porosity, making it absorb water.
Example: Water flowing slowly through a pipe exhibits laminar flow.
Example: White water rapids are an example of turbulent flow.
Related Topics
Hydrology
The study of water movement, distribution, and quality in the environment.
intermediateGeotechnical Engineering
The branch of civil engineering concerned with the behavior of earth materials.
advancedEnvironmental Geology
The study of the interactions between humans and geological processes.
intermediateKey Concepts
ViscosityFlow RateHydraulic ConductivityPorosity