The Reynolds number determines:

A Heat transfer rate

B Whether fluid flow is laminar or turbulent (Re < 2300 laminar, Re > 4000 turbulent)

C Fluid color

D Fluid density

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Re = ρvD/μ. Dimensionless number comparing inertial to viscous forces. Predicts flow regime.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The Reynolds number determines:" is Option B: Whether fluid flow is laminar or turbulent (Re < 2300 laminar, Re > 4000 turbulent).

The other options — A) Heat transfer rate, C) Fluid color, D) Fluid density — are incorrect for this FE Exam Prep question. As explained above: Re = ρvD/μ. Dimensionless number comparing inertial to viscous forces. Predicts flow regime.

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The Reynolds number determines:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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