Mechanical Engineering - Hydraulic Machines

Exercise : Hydraulic Machines - Section 1
21.
Which of the following pump is preferred for flood control and irrigation applications?
Centrifugal pump
Axial flow pump
Mixed flow pump
Reciprocating pump
Answer: Option
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22.
The efficiency of a Pelton wheel working under constant head __________ with the increase in power.
remains same
increases
decreases
Answer: Option
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23.
The discharge of a centrifugal pump working under constant head __________ with the speed.
increases
decreases
Answer: Option
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24.
The unit discharge through the turbine is
Answer: Option
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25.
Delivery head of water of a centrifugal pump is inversely proportional to diameter of its impeller.
Yes
No
Answer: Option
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