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61. Local velocity is measured by a :
A. pitot tube
B. venturi tube
C. orifice plate
D. vena contracta device
E. nozzle.
Explanation:
62. Automatic cold junction compensation in thermocouple is provided by :
A. connecting thermocouple wires, in op-position
B. a nickel wire resistance in series with a manganin resistance
C. maintaining cold junction temperature constant by a cooling unit
D. using a photovoltaic cell
E. connecting a dry battery cell in opposi�tion.
Explanation:
63. Pick out the odd flow measuring device among the following :
A. positive displacement type
B. nutating disc type
C. sliding vane type
D. turbine type
E. hydraulic flume.
Explanation:
64. In calibration of temperature sensors by fixed point method, the device is calibrated at:
A. ice point (0�C)
B. steam point (100�C)
C. sulphur point (444.6�C)
D. all of the above
E. none of the above.
Explanation:
65. Pick out false statement about advantages of orifice plates, used for flow measurement :
A. no moving parts
B. long-term reliability
C. highturn-down ratio
D. inexpensive
E. inherently simple in operation.
Explanation: