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Nozzle inlet state: identify pressure and velocity conditions at entry Select the correct combination for the state of steam at the <em>inlet</em> to a nozzle. Choose the correct option.

Q: Nozzle inlet state: identify pressure and velocity conditions at entry Select the correct combination for the state of steam at the inlet to a nozzle. Choose the correct option.

Concept Nozzles convert pressure energy into kinetic energy. Therefore, at the inlet the steam is at relatively high pressure and low velocity. Across the nozzle, pressure drops and velocity rises. Final Answer High pressure and a low velocity

Difficulty: Easy

High pressure and a low velocity
High pressure and a high velocity
Low pressure and a low velocity
Low pressure and a high velocity

Correct Answer: High pressure and a low velocity

Explanation:

Concept
Nozzles convert pressure energy into kinetic energy. Therefore, at the inlet the steam is at relatively high pressure and low velocity. Across the nozzle, pressure drops and velocity rises.

Final Answer
High pressure and a low velocity

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