The erratic pattern of eddies and streams caused by the turbulent flow of high-velocity gases moving through small airways and their bifurcations is caused by which of the following?
a. Pendelluft c. Taylor dispersion
b. Gas streaming d. Molecular diffusion
ANS: C
Taylor dispersion is the enhanced mixing of gases associated with the turbulent flow of high-velocity gases moving through small airways and their bifurcations. Taylor dispersion occurs when two gas streams meet, creating an erratic pattern of eddies and streams.
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