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Undercompressive shock wave

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An undercompressive shock wave is a type of wave phenomenon that occurs in certain fluid dynamics and gas dynamics contexts. In contrast to traditional shock waves, which are characterized by an increase in pressure, density, and temperature across a discontinuity, undercompressive shock waves exhibit a decrease in pressure and density.

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