A centrifugal pump used to pump water is used to pump an oil with specific gravity of 0.8 at the same rate. The power consumption will now

Question: A centrifugal pump used to pump water is used to pump an oil with specific gravity of 0.8 at the same rate. The power consumption will now
[A].

increase

[B].

decrease

[C].

remain same

[D].

data insufficient to predict

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

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Net positive suction head (NPSH) of a centrifugal pump must be

Question: Net positive suction head (NPSH) of a centrifugal pump must be
[A].

greater than the vapour pressure of the liquid.

[B].

less than the vapour pressure of the liquid.

[C].

equal to the vapour pressure of the liquid.

[D].

less than barometric pressure.

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

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