The general relationship between speed N, head H, power P and discharge Q for a centrifugal pump is_________________?

Correct answer: A. Q∝N : H∝N2 : P∝N3

  • A. Q∝N : H∝N2 : P∝N3
  • B. Q∝N2 : H∝N3 : P∝N
  • C. Q∝N : H∝N3 : P∝N2
  • D. Q∝N3 : H∝N : P∝N2

Explanation

The centrifugal-pump affinity laws for a fixed impeller diameter are Q ∝ N, H ∝ N², and P ∝ N³. These relations follow from velocity and energy scaling with impeller speed.

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