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Boundary layer separation does not undergo detachment.

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Boundary layer separation does not undergo detachment.

(a) True

(b) False

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My question is based upon Separation of Boundary Layer topic in portion Boundary Layer Flow & Forces on Sub-merged Bodies of Fluid Mechanics

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Right option is (b) False

Explanation: Boundary layer separation undergoes detachment from the surface into a broader wake. It occurs mainly when the portion of the boundary layer is closest to the wall. It leads to reverse in the flow direction.

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