Prandtl Number in Convection Formulas

Prandtl Number (Pr) or Prandtl group is a dimensionless number, named after the German physicist Ludwig Prandtl, defined as the ratio of momentum diffusivity to thermal diffusivity. And is denoted by Pr.

Convection formulas that make use of Prandtl Number

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fxEnthalpy of evaporation to nucleate pool boilingGo

FAQ

What is the Prandtl Number?

Prandtl Number (Pr) or Prandtl group is a dimensionless number, named after the German physicist Ludwig Prandtl, defined as the ratio of momentum diffusivity to thermal diffusivity.

Can the Prandtl Number be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Prandtl Number, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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