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Which of the following best describes a free vortex?

  • A.It has a core with an irrotational flow.
  • B.It is created by an external force, like stirring.
  • C.It requires a continuous supply of energy to be maintained.
  • D.It maintains a constant angular velocity.

Answer: A

A free vortex has a core with an irrotational flow, which is the keyed statement. In a free vortex the fluid rotates without any external force, and the velocity varies inversely with the radius, so the flow outside the core is irrotational. A forced vortex is created by an external force like stirring, and it needs a continuous supply of energy and has a constant angular velocity, so the other three statements belong to the forced vortex.

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