In this type of low head turbine, the guide vanes are fixed to the hub of the turbine and are not adjustable. What is this type of turbine called?

In this type of low head turbine, the guide vanes are fixed to the hub

1.	In this type of low head turbine, the guide vanes are fixed to the hub of the turbine and are not adjustable. What is this type of turbine called?
A.	Francis turbine
B.	Kaplan Turbine
C.	Propeller Turbine
D.	Pelton turbine
Answer» B. Kaplan Turbine

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In this type of low head turbine, the guide vanes are fixed to the hub of the turbine and are not adjustable. What is this type of turbine called?

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