Which outcome occurs when a hydraulic control valve experiences turbulent flow and localized low pressure?

💡 Explanation

Valve seat erosion occurs because cavitation causes imploding vapor bubbles which mechanically damage surfaces; this is a result of the *Bernoulli effect* in restricted passages. Therefore valve seat erosion happens, rather than smoother flow because the flow is already turbulent, and viscosity or actuator stiffness are not directly related to cavitation.

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