VibraXX
Live Quiz Arena
🎁 1 Free Round Daily
⚡ Enter Arena
HomeCategoriesScienceQuestion
Question
Science

Which outcome reduces aerodynamic lift as Reynolds number increases?

A)Increased pressure above the wing
B)Delayed boundary layer separation
C)Advancing separation-induced stall
D)Decreased turbulence near wingtip

💡 Explanation

Increased Reynolds number transitions flow to turbulence, thus *separation-induced stall* becomes likely, because turbulent flow has a higher kinetic energy. Therefore, stall is more probable, rather than a maintenance of laminar pressure profiles which increases the flow around a wing.

🏆 Up to £1,000 monthly prize pool

Ready for the live challenge? Join the next global round now.
*Terms apply. Skill-based competition.

⚡ Enter Arena

Related Questions

Browse Science