Compressors Gas Dynamics and Gas Turbines - Engineering

Q1:

Which of the following statement is correct as regard to centrifugal compressors?

A The flow of air is parallel to the axis of the compressor.

B The static pressure of air in the impeller increases in order to provide centripetal force on the air.

C The impeller rotates at high speeds.

D The maximum efficiency is higher than multi-stage axial flow compressors.

ANS:B - The static pressure of air in the impeller increases in order to provide centripetal force on the air.

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