The coefficient of discharge Cd is equal to - (where Cc = Coefficient of contraction, Cv = Coefficient of velocity)
The coefficient of discharge Cd is equal to - (where Cc = Coefficient of contraction, Cv = Coefficient of velocity) Correct Answer C<sub>c</sub> × C<sub>v</sub>
Concept:
Coefficient of Discharge (Cd): It is the ratio of the actual discharge to the theoretical discharge i.e.,
Qac = Cd × Qth
Also, Cd = Cv × Cc
Coefficient of velocity (Cv): It is the ratio of the actual velocity to the theoretical velocity i.e.,
Vac = Cv × Vth
Coefficient of contraction (Cc): It is defined as the ratio of the area of the jet at vena contracta (ac) to the area of the orifice (a).
Important Points
As head loss increases, the value of Cd decreases.
| Flow Meter | Head Loss | Cd |
| Venturimeter | Low | 0.98 |
| Orifice meter | High | 0.60 |
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