FM Lab-Quiz on Losses in Pipes

What is the aim of the experiment on major losses in pipes?

• To determine minor losses due to fittings

• To determine major losses through metal and non-metal pipes

• To measure the flow rate in different pipe materials

• To analyze the effect of temperature on fluid flow

Which type of losses is primarily caused by friction over long pipe lengths?

• Minor losses

• Major losses

• Dynamic losses

• Static losses

What does the Hydraulic Gradient Line (HGL) represent?

• Pressure head across the pipe

• Total energy in the pipe

• Velocity head in the pipe

• Frictional resistance in the pipe

According to William Froude, frictional resistance is proportional to which factor?

• Diameter of the pipe

• Length of the pipe

• Square of velocity

• Velocity

What type of pipe exhibited higher frictional losses in the experiment?

• PVC pipe

• GI pipe

• Plastic pipe

• Copper pipe

What is the purpose of the bypass valve in the experiment?

• To remove air from the manometer

• To direct flow through the test pipe

• To measure water level

• To control the pump speed

What is the diameter of the PVC pipe used in the major losses experiment?

• 19 mm

• 25.4 mm

• 16 mm

• 12.5 mm

What is the main objective of the minor losses experiment?

• To determine major losses in pipes

• To analyze the effect of temperature on fluid flow

• To determine minor losses due to various pipe fittings

• To measure the pressure in the pipeline

Which fitting is NOT mentioned as causing minor losses?

• Sudden enlargement

• Sudden contraction

• Tee fitting

• Bend

What is the diameter of the normal pipe used in the minor losses experiment?

• 16 mm

• 12.5 mm

• 25.4 mm

• 27 mm