Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hydrodynamics
Noun
/ˌhaɪ.drəʊ.dɪˈnæm.ɪks/
Definition
The branch of physics that deals with the movement of fluids, particularly liquids, and the forces acting on them.
Examples
- Hydrodynamics is essential for designing efficient ships and submarines.
- Researchers study hydrodynamics to improve water flow in irrigation systems.
- Understanding hydrodynamics helps predict how pollutants spread in bodies of water.
Meaning
Hydrodynamics focuses on the behavior and properties of liquids in motion, including concepts such as flow, turbulence, and pressure.
Synonyms
- Fluid dynamics
- Hydraulic mechanics
- Liquid mechanics
