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← ScienceWhich outcome arises when flow velocity increases locally in a venturi meter exceeding design parameters?
A)Onset of cavitation downstream✓
B)Increased static pressure recovery
C)Linear increase in flow rate
D)Reduced measurement uncertainty
💡 Explanation
Cavitation occurs because an increase in velocity causes a pressure drop, according to Bernoulli's equation. Therefore, the liquid vaporizes, forming bubbles. This outcome occurs rather than increased pressure because the kinetic energy elevates.
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