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Brine (S.G. = 1.2) flows through a 200 gpm pump. The pump outlet is 6” pipe...

Brine (S.G. = 1.2) flows through a 200 gpm pump. The pump outlet is 6” pipe and is 4 feet above the 8” pipe inlet. The inlet vacuum is 6” Hg. Outlet pressure is 20 psig. What is the water horsepower (WHP) of the pump? What color should the pipes be painted that are connected to this pump?

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