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Q5. With reference to centrifugal pumps:

(a) state the operating principle of a centrifugal pump and why it is unnecessary to fit a relief valve to it; (2)

(b) State TWO impeller types, explaining which type of application EACH would be best suited for; (4)

(c) Explain why cavitation occurs, and how it is reduced by design; (4)