Kinematic Viscosity Formula

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Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid is a variable defined as the ratio between the dynamic viscosity μ and the density ρ of the fluid. Check FAQs
νf=μdρm
νf - Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid?μd - Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid?ρm - Mass Density?

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7.5E-6Edit=0.075Edit997Edit
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Kinematic Viscosity Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
νf=μdρm
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
νf=0.075P997kg/m³
Next Step Convert Units
νf=0.0075Pa*s997kg/m³
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
νf=0.0075997
Next Step Evaluate
νf=7.52256770310933E-06m²/s
LAST Step Rounding Answer
νf=7.5E-6m²/s

Kinematic Viscosity Formula Elements

Variables
Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid
Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid is a variable defined as the ratio between the dynamic viscosity μ and the density ρ of the fluid.
Symbol: νf
Measurement: Kinematic ViscosityUnit: m²/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid
Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid is the measure of its resistance to flow when an external force is applied.
Symbol: μd
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: P
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Mass Density
The Mass Density of a substance is its mass per unit volume.
Symbol: ρm
Measurement: Mass ConcentrationUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Kinematic Viscosity?

Kinematic Viscosity evaluator uses Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid = Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid/Mass Density to evaluate the Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid, Kinematic viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow under the influence of gravity. It is defined as the ratio of dynamic viscosity to the density of the fluid. Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid is denoted by νf symbol.

How to evaluate Kinematic Viscosity using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Kinematic Viscosity, enter Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid d) & Mass Density m) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Kinematic Viscosity

What is the formula to find Kinematic Viscosity?
The formula of Kinematic Viscosity is expressed as Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid = Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid/Mass Density. Here is an example- 7.5E-6 = 0.0075/997.
How to calculate Kinematic Viscosity?
With Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid d) & Mass Density m) we can find Kinematic Viscosity using the formula - Kinematic Viscosity of Liquid = Dynamic Viscosity of Fluid/Mass Density.
Can the Kinematic Viscosity be negative?
No, the Kinematic Viscosity, measured in Kinematic Viscosity cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Kinematic Viscosity?
Kinematic Viscosity is usually measured using the Square Meter per Second[m²/s] for Kinematic Viscosity. Square Meter per Hour[m²/s], Square Centimeter per Second[m²/s], Square Millimeter per Second[m²/s] are the few other units in which Kinematic Viscosity can be measured.
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