Explore topic-wise MCQs in Environmental Science.

This section includes 109 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Environmental Science knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

101.

Which one of the following represents 'A'?

A. Total static head
B. Total dynamic head
C. Shut off head
D. Minimum head
Answer» D. Minimum head
102.

The rated discharge is represented by

A. C
B. D
C. E
D. F
Answer» C. E
103.

The speed at which the centrifugal pump runs (in r.p.m) is

A. 200
B. 300
C. 500
D. 1200
Answer» D. 1200
104.

When the pumps are in series operation

A. H = H1 + H2
B. 1/H = 1/H1 +1/ H2
C. Q = Q1 + Q2
D. 1/Q = 1/Q1 + 1/Q2
Answer» B. 1/H = 1/H1 +1/ H2
105.

The specific speed of the pump is 8000. What is the type of pump?

A. Reciprocating pump
B. Centrifugal pump
C. Mixed flow pump
D. Axial flow pump
Answer» E.
106.

The number of valves required in rotary pump is

A. 0
B. 1
C. 2
D. 3
Answer» B. 1
107.

Consider the following statements.1. Capacity of the pump2.Number of pump units3.Discharge conditionThe selection of a particular type of pump depends on which of the following?

A. 1, 2, 3
B. 1 only
C. 2, 3
D. 1, 3
Answer» B. 1 only
108.

State whether the following statement is true or false.If the diameter of pumping mains decreases ,then the total dynamic head will increase.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
109.

__________ is defined as the speed at which a pump will discharge a unit flow under a unit head at maximum efficiency.

A. Specific speed
B. Average speed
C. Maximum speed
D. Relative speed
Answer» B. Average speed