Characteristic curves for a centrifugal pump plotted against its capacity is shown in the diagram. x, y and z denote respectively

Question: Characteristic curves for a centrifugal pump plotted against its capacity is shown in the diagram. x, y and z denote respectively
[A].

efficiency, head and B.H.P.

[B].

head, efficiency and B.H.P.

[C].

B.H.P., efficiency and head

[D].

efficiency, B.H.P. and head

Answer: Option B

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Deformation drag, which is caused by widespread deformation of fluid around the immersed body

Question: Deformation drag, which is caused by widespread deformation of fluid around the immersed body
[A].

occurs when NRe is very small.

[B].

is primarily a friction drag.

[C].

is independent of body length.

[D].

depends mainly on cross-sectional shape.

Answer: Option A

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In case of a pipe of constant cross-sectional area, the maximum fluid velocity obtainable is

Question: In case of a pipe of constant cross-sectional area, the maximum fluid velocity obtainable is
[A].

the velocity of sound.

[B].

dependent on its cross-sectional area.

[C].

dependent on fluid viscosity.

[D].

dependent on fluid density.

Answer: Option A

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For turbulent fluid flow in pipe, the expression for Prandtl one seventh power law is (where, r = pipe radius, x = distance).

Question: For turbulent fluid flow in pipe, the expression for Prandtl one seventh power law is (where, r = pipe radius, x = distance).
[A].

V/Vmax = (x/r)1/7

[B].

V/Vmax = (r/x)1/7

[C].

V/Vmax = (x.r)1/7

[D].

none of these

Answer: Option A

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