USCG USCG General Eng
Set 3 • Question #312 of 498
Launch Interactive Practice Room The static positive suction head of a pump is the __________.
A
distance of the suction liquid level above the center line of the pump
✓ Correct Answer
B
distance the suction liquid level is below the center line of the pump
C
force necessary to overcome frictional losses in the pump and piping
D
amount in inches of mercury the total suction head is below atmospheric pressure
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'The static positive suction head of a pump is the', the standard operating requirement is: 'distance of the suction liquid level above the center line of the pump'.
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