Topic: Fluid Mechanics
Which one of the following is an impulse turbine?
- A. Francis turbine
- B. Kaplan turbine
- C. Pelton turbine
- D. none of these
Answer: C. Pelton turbine
Explanation: A Pelton turbine is an impulse turbine where the pressure of the fluid remains constant as it passes over the buckets. Francis and Kaplan turbines are reaction turbines.