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The Steam Leaves the Nozzle at a
By BYJU'S Exam Prep
Updated on: September 25th, 2023
The steam leaves the nozzle at a
A. High pressure and a low velocity
B. High pressure and a high velocity
C. Low pressure and a low velocity
D. Low pressure and a high velocity
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Answer: D – Low pressure and a high velocity
The steam leaves the nozzle at low pressure and high velocity.
Solution:
The passageway with varying cross-sections is known as a steam nozzle. In a steam nozzle, steam’s thermal energy is transformed into kinetic energy. A steam nozzle is primarily used in a steam turbine, which emits a high-velocity jet of steam.
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