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(c) Explain the relevance of the different water source types to
component selection in corresponding photovoltaic water pumping
systems.
11.6 (a) For photovoltaic water pumping, when would you use a positive
displacement pump in preference to a centrifugal pump?
(b) How are the general characteristics of displacement pumps different
from those of centrifugal pumps?

(c) How do these differences affect photovoltaic system design and
operating performance?

11.7 (a) What are the advantages and disadvantages of using batteries in
photovoltaic water pumping systems?
(b) When is it necessary to use batteries in such systems and, in each
case, what are the necessary battery characteristics and why?

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