In a centrifugal pump if the liquid to be pumped has density twice that of water, then the horse power required (as compared to that while pumping water) will be
A)half
B)same
C)double
D)four times.

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The horsepower required for a centrifugal pump is directly proportional to the density of the liquid being pumped. Therefore, if the density of the liquid is twice that of water, the horsepower required would also double.

In a Centrifugal Pump If the Liquid to Be Pumped