Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
In water distribution, dead-end system has the disadvantage of
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Choose the correct answer
A
constant pressure everywhere
B
stagnation at pipe ends
C
minimum pipe length always
D
no valves required
Correct Answer
B. stagnation at pipe ends
Why is this the answer?
Low-flow dead ends can cause poor water quality due to stagnation.
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