Question 1026Deck General70% to pass
Which statement is TRUE of centrifugal pumps aboard tank vessels?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) They are gravity-fed.
Centrifugal pumps aboard tank vessels are not gravity-fed. They are positive displacement pumps that produce a continuous, non-pulsating flow. Compared to reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps generally require less maintenance due to their simpler design and fewer moving parts.
Therefore, answer A is incorrect, while answers B, C, and D are all incorrect statements about the characteristics of centrifugal pumps on tank vessels.
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