WorksheetsWater Conveyance Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the primary purpose of intakes in water conveyance?
To draw water from sources
To treat the water
To store water
To distribute water
Which method is used to convey water when the source is at a higher elevation than the treatment plant?
Aqueducts
Open channels
Closed pipes under pressure
Gravity flow
What type of channel is occasionally used to convey water from the source to the treatment plant?
Open channel
Tunnel
Aqueduct
Flume
What is the average velocity for aqueducts constructed with cement concrete?
3 m/sec
0.5 m/sec
1 m/sec
2 m/sec
What type of pipes are mostly used in water supply schemes due to their resistance to corrosion?
Steel Pipes
Concrete Pipes
Wrought Iron Pipes
Cast Iron Pipes
What is a disadvantage of using cast iron pipes?
They are lightweight
They are prone to corrosion
They are brittle and can break easily
They are easy to transport
Which type of joint is mostly used for cast iron pipes?
Screwed Joint
Flexible Joint
Flanged Joint
Spigot and Socket Joint
What is the main function of pumps in water works?
To distribute water
To lift water to higher elevations
To store water
To treat the water
What type of pump is classified based on the principles of operation?
Booster pumps
Diesel engine pumps
Electric pumps
Centrifugal pumps
What is the purpose of a hydrostatic test after laying a new pipeline?
To test the water quality
To check for leaks
To measure the flow rate
To determine the pipe material
Which formula governs the flow of water through pressure pipes?
Bernoulli's equation
Pascal's law
Darcy-Weisbach's formula
Archimedes' principle
What is a common disadvantage of steel pipes?
They have a long lifespan
They cannot withstand external loads
They are very cheap
They are too lightweight
What type of joint is used for connecting small diameter pipes?
Flanged Joint
Expansion Joint
Collar Joint
Screwed Joint
What is the main advantage of using R.C.C pipes?
They are lightweight
They are not affected by atmospheric action
They have a long lifespan
They are easy to repair
What is the purpose of air relief valves in a pipeline system?
To remove accumulated air
To prevent water loss
To increase pressure
To allow for expansion
