Which flow transition occurs as engine oil's Reynolds number increases past 2000?

💡 Explanation

Transition to turbulence occurs when the Reynolds number exceeds ∼2000 because inertial forces dominate, resulting in chaotic flow through increased mixing; therefore turbulence occurs, rather than laminar behaviour where viscous forces dictate smooth, layered flow.

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