In case of a, centrifugal pump, the ratio h1/h2is termed as the __________ efficiency (where, h1 = actual measured head & h2 = head
imparted to the fluid by impeller).
(A) Mechanical
(B) Overall
(C) Volumetric
(D) Impeller

1 Answer

Answer :

A) Mechanical

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