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Why would a magnetohydrodynamic drive work better in ocean
Chapter 22, Problem 17(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 17CQ
Why would a magnetohydrodynamic drive work better in ocean water than in fresh water? Also, why would superconducting magnets be desirable?
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QUESTION:
Problem 17CQ
Why would a magnetohydrodynamic drive work better in ocean water than in fresh water? Also, why would superconducting magnets be desirable?
ANSWER:
Solution 17CQ
A MHD work better in ocean water than in fresh water, because ocean water contains salts and ions or charged particles that experiences force due to applied magnetic field and current.
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