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The greater is the fluming, the greater is the length of upstream and downstream transition wings.

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asked Sep 5, 2023 in Irrigation Engineering by Carter (75.2k points)

The greater is the fluming, the greater is the length of upstream and downstream transition wings.

(a) True

(b) False

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Enquiry is from Cross Drainage Work Design topic in portion Cross Drainage Work of Irrigation Engineering

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answered Sep 17, 2023 by Greg (106k points)

Correct option is (a) True

For explanation: The reduction in the width of the aqueduct saves cost which is balanced with the extra cost of the transition wings. The permissible head loss and the economy are the factors governing the extent of the fluming.

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