Which of the following sets of conditions would favor turbulent flow as opposed to laminar flow?
A)high fluid viscosity and high flow velocity
B)high fluid viscosity and low flow velocity
C)low fluid viscosity and high flow velocity
D)low fluid viscosity and low flow velocity

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Turbulent flow is favored by low fluid viscosity and high flow velocity, which reduces the fluid's resistance to motion and increases the kinetic energy in the system, respectively.

Which of the Following Sets of Conditions Would Favor Turbulent