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Question no. 8482

The absolute viscosity of a given fluid depends primarily on the __________ of that fluid?

Select your answer for: The absolute viscosity of a given fluid depends primarily on the __________ of that fluid?
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Answer: D. Both B. & C.

Explanation

The absolute viscosity of liquids depends primarily on temperature, while for gases it depends on temperature and pressure.

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Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
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