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Which risk increases near a sharp edge in an aerofoil?

A)Boundary layer flow separation
B)Increased structural vibrational resonance
C)Elevated material galvanic corrosion
D)Amplified heat transfer convection rate

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Flow separation risk increases as the adverse pressure gradient can trigger turbulence; the turbulent kinetic energy overcomes the pressure gradient, causing reverse flow, because the flow velocity reduces, therefore the layer moves away from foil, rather than remaining attached to assist in lift.

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