Centrifugal Pump
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-004565
(sen-TRIF-h-gull) A pump consisting of an impeller fixed on a rotating shaft that is enclosed in a casing, and having an inlet and discharge connection. As the rotating impeller whirls the water around, centrifugal force builds up enough pressure to force the water through the discharge outlet.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-004565 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Laws, regulations and executive orders |
| References | Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms |
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