Which outcome can result when extremely rapid valve closures occur in a long water pipeline conveying potable water?

💡 Explanation

Water hammer and surge pressure result because **momentum transfer** suddenly converts kinetic energy when halting a moving fluid column. Therefore, excessive pressure spikes occur, rather than gradual pressure changes or turbulence increases. Valve closures create overpressure.

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