Question 2033 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam
What relationship exists between water velocity and pressure in a pipe at a constant flow rate?
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Correct answer to question 2033
- A: As velocity rises at a constriction, the pressure there falls
Explanation
Bernoulli's principle trades pressure energy for velocity, which is why low pressure can occur at narrow points. Cavitation can follow.
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