GATE AE 2018 • Q15
MCQ • 1 Mark
Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics
Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics
Subtopic: Airfoil & Wing Theory
Question Statement:
A shock wave is moving into still air in a shock tube. Which one of the following happens
to the air?
Options:
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(A) static temperature increases, total temperature remains constant.
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(B) static temperature increases, total temperature increases.
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(C) static temperature increases, total temperature decreases.
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(D) static pressure increases, total temperature remains constant.
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2018 Q.15)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics** under *Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics* (1 Mark, MCQ).
**2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**:
- Applying standard governing principles of Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics.
- Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria.
**3. Final Answer**:
Correct Option is **(A)**.
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