A centrifugal pump has r2 = 9 in, b2 = 2 in, and β2 = 35° and rotates at 1060 r/min. If it generates a head of 180 ft, determine the theoretical (a) flow rate in gal/min and (b) horsepower. Assume near-radial entry flow.
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