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in a diffuser the primary...
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In a diffuser, the primary purpose is to
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For subsonic flow, \[ \boxed{ \text{Diffuser} \Longrightarrow V\downarrow,\; P\uparrow } \] while a nozzle produces \[ \boxed{ V\uparrow,\; P\downarrow. } \]
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Increase velocity
Decrease pressure
Increase pressure
Increase Mach number
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