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37. |
Which of the following is used to measure the discharge ?
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A. |
current meter |
B.
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venturimeter |
C.
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pitot tube
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D.
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hotwire anemometer
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
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38. |
Select the incorrect statement.
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A. |
The pressure intensity at vena contracta is atmospheric. |
B.
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Contraction is least at vena contracta. |
C.
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Stream lines are parallel throughout the jet at vena contracta.
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D.
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Coefficient of contraction is always less than one.
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
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39. |
Select the incorrect statement.
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A. |
The pressure intensity at vena contracta is atmospheric. |
B.
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Contraction is least at vena contracta. |
C.
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Stream lines are parallel throughout the jet at vena contracta.
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D.
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Coefficient of contraction is always less than one.
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
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40. |
Due to each end contraction, the discharge of rectangular sharp crested weir is reduced by
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A. |
5% |
B.
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10% |
C.
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15%
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D.
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20%
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
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41. |
The discharge through a V- notch varies as
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A. |
H1/2 |
B.
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H3'2 |
C.
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H5/2
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D.
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H5'4 where H is hea
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
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42. |
Which of the following is an incorrect statement ?
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A. |
Coefficient of contraction of a venturimeter is unity. |
B.
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Flow nozzle is cheaper than venturimeter but has higher energy loss. |
C.
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Discharge is independent of orientation of venturimeter whether it is horizontal, vertical or inclined.
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D.
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d) None of the above statement is correct.
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
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