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The depth of water in a channel, corresponding to minimum specific energy is called ________________?

Correct answer: B. Critical depth

  • A. Normal depth
  • B. Critical depth
  • C. Full supply depth
  • D. None of these

Explanation

At critical depth, the specific energy of an open-channel flow is minimum for a given discharge. Normal depth instead corresponds to uniform flow under the channel's slope and roughness conditions.

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