Fluid Mechanics - Study Mode

[#306] To handle smaller quantity of fluid at higher discharge pressure, use a __________ pump.
Correct Answer

(A) Reciprocating

[#307] What is the ratio of fluid carrying capacity of two pipes having diameters d 1 and d 2 respectively?
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(B) $${left( {frac{{{{ ext{d}}_1}}}{{{{ ext{d}}_2}}}} ight)^{0.5}}$$

[#308] What is the pipe called which lifts water from a reservoir to a greater height than the initial level in the supply reservoir?
Correct Answer

(B) Siphon

[#309] The phenomenon occuring during pumping of a liquid solution containing dissolved gases, which may come out of the solution giving rise to gas pockets, is termed as
Correct Answer

(B) Cavitation

[#310] The maximum delivery pressure of compressors can be upto __________ atmospheres.
Correct Answer

(D) 1000