UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Engineering

Q1:

Which one of the following statements is correct ? The function of an air vessel in a reciprocating pump is to obtain :

A reduction of suction head

B rise in delivery head

C continuous supply of water at uniform rate

D increase in supply of water

ANS:C - continuous supply of water at uniform rate

The flow from a reciprocating pump is uneven or pulsating.