Diffusion-Driven Layering
ORAL
Abstract
Diffusion-driven flow arises in stratified fluids with inclined boundaries. We have discovered that when this phenomenon occurs on the surface of a concentration of neutrally-buoyant particles, the diffusion evolution of the system is significantly altered; providing a novel mechanism for generating thin density layers. We present a series of complementary analytical and experimental studies that clearly demonstrate the effect.
*We would like to thank the Paul E. Gray Fund.
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