In an outward flow reaction turbine - Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics Quiz

Mechanical Engineering : Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics - Quiz(MCQ)

In an outward flow reaction turbine

The water flows parallel to the axis of the wheel

The flow of water is partly radial and partly axial

The water enters at the centre of the wheel and then flows towards the outer periphery of the wheel

The water enters the wheel at the outer periphery and then flows towards the centre of the wheel

Correct Answer : Option (C) : The water enters at the centre of the wheel and then flows towards the outer periphery of the wheel

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