Single Choice

The velocity of a kerosene oil in a horizontal pipe is $$5 m/s$$. If $$g = 10 m/s^2$$ then the velocity head of oil will be

A$$1.25 m$$
Correct Answer
B$$12.5 m$$
C$$0.125 m$$
D$$125 m$$

Solution

Velocity head $$=\dfrac{v^2}{2g}=\dfrac{5^2}{2 \times 10}=1.25m$$

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