Refer to the drawing of a steam condenser, hotwell, and condensate pump (see figure below).
Given the following:
- The eye of the pump impeller is located 6.0 feet below the bottom of the hotwell.
- Hotwell water level is 6.0 feet.
- Hotwell water temperature is 90°F.
- Condenser pressure is 1.3 psia.
- Fluid velocity and friction head losses are zero.
What is the net positive suction head available to the condensate pump?
A. 6.0 feet
B. 7.4 feet
C. 12.0 feet
D. 13.4 feet
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Answer: D
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