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← HistoryWhich mechanism maximizes fountain jet height in Mughal garden water features when pumps fall short?
A)Venturi effect flow constriction
B)Hydraulic head pressure accumulation✓
C)Capillary action suction enhancement
D)Surface tension cohesive jet formation
💡 Explanation
Hydraulic head increases the pressure, therefore taller jets can spout from narrow outlets because the elevated tank stores gravitational potential energy, rather than relying solely on pump pressure limitations.
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