Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In a mock-test problem built around open channel flow, which answer is most appropriate? Avoid the common trap that specific energy is pressure head at pipe centre.
Fluid MechanicsSpecific EnergyMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
specific energy is pressure head at pipe centre
B
specific energy ignores velocity
C
specific energy is depth plus velocity head measured from channel bed
D
specific energy is always zero at critical depth
Correct Answer
C. specific energy is depth plus velocity head measured from channel bed
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In open channels, E = y + V^2/2g. Correct option: C.
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