Wetted Perimeter in Discharge Measurements Formulas

Wetted Perimeter is the length of the interface between a flowing fluid (such as water in a river or stream) and the channel or bed through which it is flowing. And is denoted by P. Wetted Perimeter is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Wetted Perimeter is always positive.

Discharge Measurements formulas that make use of Wetted Perimeter

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FAQ

What is the Wetted Perimeter?

Wetted Perimeter is the length of the interface between a flowing fluid (such as water in a river or stream) and the channel or bed through which it is flowing. Wetted Perimeter is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Wetted Perimeter is always positive.

Can the Wetted Perimeter be negative?

No, the Wetted Perimeter, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Wetted Perimeter?

Wetted Perimeter is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Wetted Perimeter can be measured.

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