Question 1583Deck General70% to pass
What type of valve is usually on the discharge side of a cargo pump on a tank vessel?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) check valve.
A check valve is typically installed on the discharge side of a cargo pump on a tank vessel. This is because a check valve allows flow in only one direction, preventing backflow and ensuring that the cargo is properly discharged from the tank. This is a safety requirement specified in the regulations governing the design and operation of tank vessels. The other options, such as a spectacle valve, globe valve, or butterfly valve, are not commonly used for this specific application on a tank vessel.
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