The pictures below show three components of a centre-pivot irrigation system - NSC Agricultural Technology - Question 6 - 2021 - Paper 1
Question 6
The pictures below show three components of a centre-pivot irrigation system. Name the different components and give ONE function of each.
1. Gearbox
2. Electric mo... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:The pictures below show three components of a centre-pivot irrigation system - NSC Agricultural Technology - Question 6 - 2021 - Paper 1
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6.1.1 Name of component
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Gearbox
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6.1.2 Function of component
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Provides rotation to the wheels and also reduces the speed to the wheels.
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6.1.3 Name of component
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Electric motor
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6.1.4 Function of component
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Turns the gearbox connected to the wheels.
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6.1.5 Name of component
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Water pump/Centrifugal pump
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6.1.6 Function of component
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Delivers the water from the source to the centre pivot.
