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Incompressibility

Description:

Incompressibility is the property of a substance, usually a fluid, exhibiting resistance to compression or reduction in volume under external pressure.

Senses/Usages:

1. Physics:

In physics, incompressibility refers to the inability of a material to undergo significant compression when subjected to external forces.

Example sentence: The incompressibility of water is a key factor in its use as a hydraulic fluid.

2. Fluid Mechanics:

In fluid mechanics, incompressibility refers to the property of a fluid to maintain constant density even under high pressure.

Example sentence: The incompressibility of air allows it to efficiently transmit sound waves.

3. Marine Engineering:

In marine engineering, incompressibility refers to the behavior of fluids used in hydraulic systems on ships and submarines.

Example sentence: The incompressibility of hydraulic oil ensures smooth and consistent power transmission in marine applications.

Possible Related Products:

• Books on Incompressibility in Physics
• Incompressible Fluid Mechanics
• Marine Engineering and Hydraulic Systems