A. Surface roughness and curvature (i.e. sharp corners)
B. Vibration
C. Pressure gradient and the compressibility of the flowing medium
D. All A., B. & C.
Correct Answer: D. All A., B. & C. ✔
Last Updated: March 10, 2019
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