2.3

Describe the effects of temperature and shear forces on

Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids.

1. Describe and explain the effect of increasing temperature on the

viscosity of liquids and gases.

2. Describe what is meant by shear rate within a fluid.

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3. Explain the effect on viscosity when the shear rate is increased

for Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids.