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Stokes' law

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Math Formula Information

Formula: F D = 6 π η r v {\displaystyle F_{\mathrm {D} }=6\pi \eta rv}

Name: Stokes' law

Description: expression for frictional force on small spherical object moving through a viscous fluid

Elements of the Formula

drag F D {\displaystyle F_{\mathrm {D} }} retarding force on a body moving in a fluid
dynamic viscosity η {\displaystyle \eta } physical property of a moving fluid
radius r {\displaystyle r} segment in a circle or sphere from its center to its perimeter or surface and its length
relative velocity v {\displaystyle v} velocity of an object or observer B in the rest frame of another object or observer A

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