What is critical speed in the context of fluid flow?

  • A
    The speed at which a fluid becomes turbulent.
  • B
    The speed at which a fluid remains laminar.
  • C
    The speed at which fluid density changes.
  • D
    The speed at which fluid pressure becomes zero.

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