Shock Wave Air Changes: Temp, Press | GATE Aerospace Engg 2018 Q15

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A shock wave is moving into still air in a shock tube. Which one of the following happens to the air?

A

static temperature increases, total temperature remains constant.

B

static temperature increases, total temperature increases.

C

static temperature increases, total temperature decreases.

D

static pressure increases, total temperature remains constant.

Correct : b

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