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In a submersible pump, what is the significance of the pump's head?

AIt determines the pump's weight.

BIt determines the pump's capacity to lift fluid.

CIt determines the pump's efficiency.

DIt determines the pump's flow rate.

Answer:

B. It determines the pump's capacity to lift fluid.

Read Explanation:

The significance of the pump's head in a submersible pump is it determines the pump's capacity to lift fluid. The "head" refers to the height at which a pump can raise the fluid from its source.


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