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Explain the difference between a globe and a gate valve. Where would you use a globe valve in preference to a gate valve?
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- A globe valve has a spherical body shape with a movable plug that regulates flow by moving up and down against the flow. - A gate valve has a flat or wedge-shaped gate that moves perpendicular to the flow to control the flow. Show more…
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