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The permissible limit of hardness of water fore low pressure boiler is _____________________?

Correct answer: C. 50 mg/litre

  • A. 30 mg/litre
  • B. 40 mg/litre
  • C. 50 mg/litre
  • D. 60 mg/litre

Explanation

For a low-pressure boiler, the commonly specified permissible hardness of feed water is about 50 mg/L, expressed as calcium carbonate. Higher hardness promotes scale formation on boiler heating surfaces.

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