Particle Reynold's Number Formula

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The Particle Reynolds number refers to the dynamics of the fluid flow around the particle. Check FAQs
RE=ρfVsDμviscosity
RE - Particle Reynolds number?ρf - Mass Density of Fluid?Vs - Settling Velocity?D - Diameter?μviscosity - Dynamic Viscosity?

Particle Reynold's Number Example

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Here is how the Particle Reynold's Number equation looks like with Values.

Here is how the Particle Reynold's Number equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Particle Reynold's Number equation looks like.

88.2353Edit=1000Edit1.5Edit0.06Edit10.2Edit
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Particle Reynold's Number Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Particle Reynold's Number?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
RE=ρfVsDμviscosity
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
RE=1000kg/m³1.5m/s0.06m10.2P
Next Step Convert Units
RE=1000kg/m³1.5m/s0.06m1.02Pa*s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
RE=10001.50.061.02
Next Step Evaluate
RE=88.2352941176471
LAST Step Rounding Answer
RE=88.2353

Particle Reynold's Number Formula Elements

Variables
Particle Reynolds number
The Particle Reynolds number refers to the dynamics of the fluid flow around the particle.
Symbol: RE
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Mass Density of Fluid
Mass Density of Fluid refers to the mass per unit volume of the fluid, typically expressed in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³).
Symbol: ρf
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Settling Velocity
The Settling Velocity refers to the rate at which a particle suspended in a fluid (like water or air) falls under the influence of gravity until reaches a constant speed.
Symbol: Vs
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Diameter
The Diameter refers to straight line passing from side to side through the center of a body or figure, especially a circle or sphere.
Symbol: D
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Dynamic Viscosity
The Dynamic Viscosity refers to the property of a fluid that quantifies its internal resistance to flow when subjected to an external force or shear stress.
Symbol: μviscosity
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: P
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Particle Reynold's Number?

Particle Reynold's Number evaluator uses Particle Reynolds number = Mass Density of Fluid*Settling Velocity*Diameter/Dynamic Viscosity to evaluate the Particle Reynolds number, The Particle Reynold's Number characterizes the nature of the surrounding flow and its fall velocity. Particle Reynolds number is denoted by RE symbol.

How to evaluate Particle Reynold's Number using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Particle Reynold's Number, enter Mass Density of Fluid f), Settling Velocity (Vs), Diameter (D) & Dynamic Viscosity viscosity) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Particle Reynold's Number

What is the formula to find Particle Reynold's Number?
The formula of Particle Reynold's Number is expressed as Particle Reynolds number = Mass Density of Fluid*Settling Velocity*Diameter/Dynamic Viscosity. Here is an example- 4.323529 = 1000*1.5*0.06/1.02.
How to calculate Particle Reynold's Number?
With Mass Density of Fluid f), Settling Velocity (Vs), Diameter (D) & Dynamic Viscosity viscosity) we can find Particle Reynold's Number using the formula - Particle Reynolds number = Mass Density of Fluid*Settling Velocity*Diameter/Dynamic Viscosity.
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