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c. Radial system







                                                                 Advantages                               Disadvantages






                                                                 • Water is distributed from              • Require substantial
                                                                 distribution and service                 distribution tanks and valves

                                                                 tanks in radial direction to             which involves high costs.
                                                                 supply areas. Thus, supply is
                                                                 delivered at a fixed pressure.

                                                                 • No disruption to other
                                                                 distribution pipes during

                                                                 maintenance.
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