Bulk Liquids & SurgeQuestion 23 of 60
Bulkheads with holes in them that let liquid flow through are called what?
a.Baffles
b.Domes
c.Outage vents
d.Manifolds
Explanation
Baffles are bulkheads inside a tank that have holes to let liquid flow through while slowing its movement. They help control forward and backward surge. Tanks without them are called smooth bore or unbaffled tanks.
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