The Mach number can be used to determine if a flow is compressible or incompressible. This page allows you to calculate Mach number for any fluid, just adjust the speed of sound in the fluid to match your requirements!
Calculations
⬇️ Inputs
Velocity (m/s)
:100.000
Speed of Sound in Fluid (m/s)
:343
⬆️ Outputs
Mach Number
:0.2915
Explanation
The Mach number represents the ratio between velocity and the speed of sound in the surrounding fluid. Mach number can determine whether a flow is compressible or incompressible.
Where:
📝 Speed of Sound in Fluid values for Common Materials
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