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Which type of flume does the diagram depict?

(a) Modular Venturi Flume

(b) Free Flow Venturi Flume

(c) Venturi Flume

(d) Standing Wave Flume

I had been asked this question during a job interview.

The above asked question is from Regulation Modules topic in chapter Regulation Modules and Canal Structure of Irrigation Engineering

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Correct choice is (c) Venturi Flume

To explain: The diagram represents a gradual channel leading to throat and gradual expanding of channel leading away. Moreover stilling wells are provided at the entrance and at the throat for measuring the head.

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