Stokes
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Stokes Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From StTo in²/sAll conversion
1 St0.15500031000062 in²/s
2 St0.31000062000124 in²/s
3 St0.46500093000186005 in²/s
4 St0.62000124000248 in²/s
5 St0.7750015500031 in²/s
6 St0.9300018600037201 in²/s
7 St1.08500217000434 in²/s
8 St1.24000248000496 in²/s
9 St1.3950027900055801 in²/s
10 St1.5500031000062 in²/s
Description

The Significance of Stokes (St) in Fluid Dynamics

Named after Sir George Gabriel Stokes, the Stokes (St) is a CGS unit of kinematic viscosity, equivalent to 1 cm²/s. It is widely used in fields like meteorology and oceanography to describe the flow characteristics of air and water masses.

Understanding the Stokes unit is essential for modeling natural phenomena such as ocean currents and atmospheric circulation. It provides a standardized measure for comparing the viscosity of different fluids under varying conditions.

Understanding Square Inch per Second (in²/s) in Viscosity Measurements

The square inch per second (in²/s) is another Imperial unit used to express kinematic viscosity, especially in specialized engineering applications. It provides a finer scale compared to ft²/s, making it suitable for detailed analyses.

One in²/s is equivalent to approximately 0.00064516 m²/s. This unit is often employed in the aerospace and automotive industries to assess the flow properties of fluids in intricate components and systems.

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Stokes (St)