Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering

In Francis equation for necessary correction for end contraction for calculation of discharge capacity of the spillway of a dam, n represents:

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Choose the correct answer

A

No. of piers

B

No. of deflecting corners

C

No. of opening in the spillway

D

No. of gates

Correct Answer

B. No. of deflecting corners

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In the Francis correction, end contractions/deflecting corners reduce the effective length

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