Which hydraulic consequence results when increased flow diminishes the kinematic viscosity?

💡 Explanation

Increased flow combined with diminished kinematic viscosity raises the Reynolds number which indicates a transition to turbulent flow. The transition occurs because inertial forces dominate over viscous forces. Therefore, the Reynolds number exceeds the transition range, rather than remaining laminar or decreasing pumping losses.

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