GENERAL GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Laminar streamflow is when water is organized in parallel layers and moves in an orderly manner. Water particles stay within their layer and move along the stream at that level.

Detailed explanation-2: -If water flows slowly and is not disturbed, its flow is called laminar. From a tap, water does not rush against itself (water remains translucent), and the air surrounding it does not disturb the stream.

Detailed explanation-3: -Laminar flow or streamline flow in pipes (or tubes) occurs when a fluid flows in parallel layers, with no disruption between the layers. At low velocities, the fluid tends to flow without lateral mixing, and adjacent layers slide past one another like playing cards.

Detailed explanation-4: -The flow of wind and rivers is generally turbulent in this sense, even if the currents are gentle. The air or water swirls and eddies while its overall bulk moves along a specific direction.

Detailed explanation-5: -Laminar flows are smooth and streamlined, whereas turbulent flows are irregular and chaotic. A low Reynolds number indicates laminar flow while a high Reynolds number indicates turbulent flow.