Exit state from a nozzle Steam leaves a nozzle with what typical combination of pressure and velocity? Choose the correct option.
Mechanical Engineering
Steam Nozzles and Turbines
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AHigh pressure and low velocity
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BHigh pressure and high velocity
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CLow pressure and low velocity
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DLow pressure and high velocity
Answer
Correct Answer: Low pressure and high velocity
Explanation
ConceptA nozzle converts pressure energy into kinetic energy: pressure drops while velocity rises. Therefore, the exit condition is low pressure, high velocity.
Final AnswerLow pressure and high velocity