Instantaneous Discharge in An Introduction to River Hydraulics Formulas

Instantaneous Discharge is the volumetric flow rate of water that is transported through a given cross-sectional area. And is denoted by Q_instant. Instantaneous Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Instantaneous Discharge is always positive.

Formulas to find Instantaneous Discharge in An Introduction to River Hydraulics

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An Introduction to River Hydraulics formulas that make use of Instantaneous Discharge

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List of variables in An Introduction to River Hydraulics formulas

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FAQ

What is the Instantaneous Discharge?

Instantaneous Discharge is the volumetric flow rate of water that is transported through a given cross-sectional area. Instantaneous Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Instantaneous Discharge is always positive.

Can the Instantaneous Discharge be negative?

No, the Instantaneous Discharge, measured in Volumetric Flow Rate cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Instantaneous Discharge?

Instantaneous Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second[m³/s] for Volumetric Flow Rate. Cubic Meter per Day[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Hour[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Minute[m³/s] are the few other units in which Instantaneous Discharge can be measured.

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