Grashof Number

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Grashof Number Gr</sub>, G_r)</strong> </dt>
A nondimensional parameter used in the theory of heat transfer, defined by N_Gr = l³g [(T₁ - T₀) / v²T₀] where l is a representative length; T₁ and T₀ are representative temperatures; g is the acceleration of gravity; and v is the kinematic viscosity. </dd>
The Grashof number is associated with the Reynolds number and the Prandtl number in the study of convection. </dd>

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use