General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #1071 (Set 17)

What type of liquid level indicator which senses head or pressure requires a supply of compressed air?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Bubble tube system

A bubble tube system measures liquid level by maintaining a constant, slow flow of compressed air through a submerged pipe. The backpressure required to force air out of the tube is directly proportional to the hydrostatic head of the liquid, allowing for accurate level determination in tanks.

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