Prandtl Number in Free 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.

Free convection formulas that make use of Prandtl Number

fxBoundary layer thickness on vertical surfacesGo

fxThermal conductivity of fluidGo

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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