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Francis turbine is the one which is

Solution

Concept

Francis turbine

Step-by-step solution

1. Francis is a reaction (inward radial/mixed flow) turbine.

Explanation

Pressure changes in the runner.

Why the other options are wrong

Pelton is the impulse turbine.

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Francis = reaction.

Correct answer: B) a reaction turbine

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