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Which outcome develops when a hydraulic system Reynolds number sharply rises?

A)Transition to turbulent flow occurs
B)Viscosity of fluid unexpectedly decreases
C)Laminar flow irrevocably stabilizes
D)System compressibility remains virtually unchanged

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Higher Reynolds indicate increased inertial forces; because inertia dominates, a transition to turbulent flow develops, causing unpredictable pressure drops and instability. Therefore, turbulent flow is certain, rather than stabilized laminar flow or constant viscosity because inertial forces are greater.

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