What is the Prandtl number?

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The Prandtl number is an index of the ratio of the momentum or viscous
transfer in a fluid to the thermal energy or heat transfer. A high Prandtl number
indicates a high momentum or viscous energy transfer as compared to the
thermal energy transfer.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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