Pressure jump, often referred to in fluid dynamics and gas dynamics, is a sudden change in pressure across a boundary or interface, typically within a flowing fluid or gas. This phenomenon can occur in various contexts, such as in: 1. **Shocks in Supersonic Flows**: In compressible flow, when a flow transitions from supersonic to subsonic speeds, a shock wave is formed, leading to a pressure jump across the shock front.
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