The Dynamics of Flow: From Water to the Cosmos

This chapter delves into hydrodynamics, exploring both familiar occurrences and complex phenomena like hydraulic jumps and quark-gluon plasma. It connects historical figures and foundational equations, such as the Navier-Stokes equations, to their practical implications in real-world scenarios, from vehicle drag to cosmic gas behavior. Additionally, it highlights the intertwined nature of hydrodynamics and aerodynamics through examples that span both terrestrial and astronomical contexts.