FAQ

What is the Shear Stress?
Shear stress is defined as a force per unit area, acting parallel to the fluid layers. Shear Stress is usually measured using the Newton per Square Meter for Pressure. Note that the value of Shear Stress is always positive.
Can the Shear Stress be negative?
No, the Shear Stress, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
What unit is used to measure Shear Stress?
Shear Stress is usually measured using the Newton per Square Meter[N/m²] for Pressure. Pascal[N/m²], Kilopascal[N/m²], Bar[N/m²] are the few other units in which Shear Stress can be measured.
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