Topic: Fluid Machinery
If the characteristics of a pump are as shown in fig. What is represented by abscissa
- A. Head
- B. RPM
- C. Discharge
- D. Power
Answer: C. Discharge
Explanation: Characteristic curves of a pump are graphical representations of a pump's performance (Head, Efficiency, BHP) over a range of flow rates (Discharge). Therefore, the abscissa represents Discharge.