3.2 - Water Distribution Systems
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Practice Questions
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What is a water distribution system?
💡 Hint: Think about its components.
Define head loss.
💡 Hint: Consider energy associated with water flow.
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What characterizes a water distribution system?
💡 Hint: Think about how water is delivered.
True or False: In a series connection, total head loss is the sum of individual pipe losses.
💡 Hint: Consider how head loss behaves in series systems.
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A water distribution system has two parallel pipes, one 1,000m long with a diameter of 15cm and the other 800m long and 20cm in diameter. Given a total discharge of 50 liters/second, calculate the discharge in each pipe using the Hardy Cross Method.
💡 Hint: Remember to account for each pipe's area and the continuity condition.
In a closed loop system, if pipe A has a total head loss of 5m and pipe B has 3m, how would you assess the flow rates if they are connected at a junction?
💡 Hint: Focus on achieving balance at the junction; adjust flows based on the head loss.
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