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Which consequence results when the Navier-Stokes equations simplify due to creeping flow?

A)Increased numerical computation instability arises
B)Viscous forces dominate inertial terms
C)Turbulence models become critically unstable
D)Fluid pressure approaches zero magnitude

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In creeping flow, also known as Stokes flow, viscous forces are much larger than inertial forces; therefore the Reynolds number tends towards zero. This permits simplification of the equations because removing inertial terms has little effect, rather than generating errors or instabilities in turbulent conditions.

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