[Solved] The volume flow rate into a Kaplan turbine is Q m3/s. 0.10Q m3/s volume of water do not flow over the runner blades. What further information is required to find the volumetric efficiency (numerical value) of the Kaplan turbine?

Q.	The volume flow rate into a Kaplan turbine is Q m3/s. 0.10Q m3/s volume of water do not flow over the runner blades. What further information is required to find the volumetric efficiency (numerical value) of the Kaplan turbine?
A.	The numerical value of Q
B.	The available head of the turbine
C.	The RPM or the blade velocity of the turbine
D.	No further information is required
Answer» D. No further information is required

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