Physics · Fluid Mechanics
A hydroelectric power plant has the following parameters: Flow rate (Q) = 50 m3/s Electrical power output (Pout) = 8 MW Water density (ρ) = 1000 kg/m3 Acceleration due to gravity (g) = 10 m/s2 To achieve an overall efficiency of 80%, what should be the required net head (H)?
- 119.50 m
- 222.15 m
- 318.75 m
- 420 m✓
Correct answer
20 m
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