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Which of the following pump is preferred for flood control and irrigation applications?


A. Centrifugal pump
B. Axial flow pump
C. Mixed flow pump
D. Reciprocating pump

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Gate Other Question


The specific speed of a centrifugal pump, delivering 750 litres of water per second against a head of 15 metres at 725 r.p.m., is


A. 24.8 r.p.m.
B. 48.2 r.p.m
C. 82.4 r.p.m.
D. 248 r.p.m


The efficiency of a Pelton wheel working under constant head __________ with the increase in power.


A. remains same
B. increases
C. decreases