Name two pump types common in water treatment and one key characteristic of each.

Name two pump types common in water treatment and one key characteristic of each.

• A. Centrifugal pumps are small and low-capacity.
• B. Reciprocating pumps are used for high flow with simple operation.
• C. Diaphragm pumps are the best for high flow at low pressure.
• D. Centrifugal pumps offer high capacity and robustness; positive displacement pumps allow accurate dosing and good for low flow and high pressure.

Answer: (D)