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The Viscosity of fluid is a measure of its resistance to deformation at a given rate. Check FAQs
μ=[g]d218U(ρs-ρ)
μ - Viscosity of Fluid?d - Diameter of Sphere?U - Velocity of Sphere?ρs - Density of Sphere?ρ - Density of Liquid?[g] - Gravitational acceleration on Earth?

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3.8647Edit=9.80660.25Edit2184.1Edit(1450Edit-984.6633Edit)
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
μ=[g]d218U(ρs-ρ)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
μ=[g]0.25m2184.1m/s(1450kg/m³-984.6633kg/m³)
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
μ=9.8066m/s²0.25m2184.1m/s(1450kg/m³-984.6633kg/m³)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
μ=9.80660.252184.1(1450-984.6633)
Next Step Evaluate
μ=3.86466306661162Pa*s
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
μ=3.86466306661162N*s/m²
LAST Step Rounding Answer
μ=3.8647N*s/m²

Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method Formula Elements

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Constants
Viscosity of Fluid
The Viscosity of fluid is a measure of its resistance to deformation at a given rate.
Symbol: μ
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: N*s/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Diameter of Sphere
Diameter of Sphere is considered in the falling sphere resistance method.
Symbol: d
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Velocity of Sphere
Velocity of Sphere is considered in the falling sphere resistance method.
Symbol: U
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Density of Sphere
The Density of Sphere is the density of the sphere used in the falling sphere resistance method.
Symbol: ρs
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Density of Liquid
Density of Liquid refers to its mass per unit volume. It is a measure of how tightly packed the molecules are within the liquid and is typically denoted by the symbol ρ (rho).
Symbol: ρ
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Gravitational acceleration on Earth
Gravitational acceleration on Earth means that the velocity of an object in free fall will increase by 9.8 m/s2 every second.
Symbol: [g]
Value: 9.80665 m/s²

Other Formulas to find Viscosity of Fluid

​Go Viscosity of Fluid or Oil for Movement of Piston in Dash-Pot
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​Go Viscosity of Fluid or Oil for Capillary Tube Method
μ=πρl[g]h4r4128QL
​Go Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Rotating Cylinder Method
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Other formulas in Flow Analysis category

​Go Difference of Pressure for Viscous or Laminar Flow
Δp=32μvaLdo2
​Go Difference of Pressure for Viscous Flow between Two Parallel Plates
Δp=12μVLt2
​Go Loss of Pressure Head for Viscous Flow through Circular Pipe
hf=32μVLρ[g]Dp2
​Go Loss of Pressure Head for Viscous Flow between Two Parallel Plates
hf=12μVLρ[g]t2

How to Evaluate Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method?

Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method evaluator uses Viscosity of Fluid = [g]*(Diameter of Sphere^2)/(18*Velocity of Sphere)*(Density of Sphere-Density of Liquid) to evaluate the Viscosity of Fluid, Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method, the viscosity of a fluid is determined by measuring the resistance encountered by a sphere falling through the fluid. The viscosity is related to the sphere's terminal velocity, fluid density, and sphere's radius. Viscosity of Fluid is denoted by μ symbol.

How to evaluate Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method, enter Diameter of Sphere (d), Velocity of Sphere (U), Density of Sphere s) & Density of Liquid (ρ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method

What is the formula to find Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method?
The formula of Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method is expressed as Viscosity of Fluid = [g]*(Diameter of Sphere^2)/(18*Velocity of Sphere)*(Density of Sphere-Density of Liquid). Here is an example- 3.762206 = [g]*(0.25^2)/(18*4.1)*(1450-984.6633).
How to calculate Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method?
With Diameter of Sphere (d), Velocity of Sphere (U), Density of Sphere s) & Density of Liquid (ρ) we can find Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method using the formula - Viscosity of Fluid = [g]*(Diameter of Sphere^2)/(18*Velocity of Sphere)*(Density of Sphere-Density of Liquid). This formula also uses Gravitational acceleration on Earth constant(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Viscosity of Fluid?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Viscosity of Fluid-
  • Viscosity of Fluid=(4*Weight of Body*Clearance^3)/(3*pi*Length of Pipe*Piston Diameter^3*Velocity of Fluid)OpenImg
  • Viscosity of Fluid=(pi*Liquid Density*[g]*Difference in Pressure Head*4*Radius^4)/(128*Discharge in Capillary Tube*Length of Pipe)OpenImg
  • Viscosity of Fluid=(2*(Outer Radius of Cylinder-Inner Radius of Cylinder)*Clearance*Torque Exerted on Wheel)/(pi*Inner Radius of Cylinder^2*Mean Speed in RPM*(4*Initial Height of Liquid*Clearance*Outer Radius of Cylinder+Inner Radius of Cylinder^2*(Outer Radius of Cylinder-Inner Radius of Cylinder)))OpenImg
Can the Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method be negative?
Yes, the Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method, measured in Dynamic Viscosity can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method?
Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method is usually measured using the Newton Second per Square Meter[N*s/m²] for Dynamic Viscosity. Pascal Second[N*s/m²], Millinewton Second per Square Meter[N*s/m²], Dyne Second per Square Centimeter[N*s/m²] are the few other units in which Viscosity of Fluid or Oil in Falling Sphere Resistance Method can be measured.
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