Which outcome results when laminar flow transitions to turbulence?

💡 Explanation

Increased drag occurs because transitioning from laminar to turbulent flow involves increased momentum transfer due to small chaotic changes known as eddies; this increases the Reynolds number toward and beyond the critical point. Therefore, drag increases rather than reduces friction losses because laminar flow remains more streamlined.

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