Which mechanism sustains increased drag on aircraft wings during turbulent atmospheric conditions?

💡 Explanation

Momentum diffusion by eddy viscosity increases drag because turbulent eddies mix high and low momentum air, slowing airflow near the wing's surface. Therefore, more drag results, rather than improved lift or pressure gradients possible in laminar flow.

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