Physics · Fluid Mechanics
Consider the following statements regarding hydraulic turbines: Statement 1: A reaction turbine is one in which only a part of the potential energy of water is converted into kinetic energy before entering the runner, and the balance remains as pressure head. Statement 2: In a Pelton wheel, the total potential head is changed into kinetic head for affecting the motion of the runner, while in a Francis turbine, only a part of it is converted. Choose the correct option:
- 1Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are incorrect
- 2Statement 1 is incorrect and Statement 2 is correct
- 3Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct✓
- 4Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect
Correct answer
Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct
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