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¿Cómo se denomina la parte de la hélice que transforma el movimiento circular en un empuje?What is the part of the propeller that turns circular motion into thrust called?

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Correct answer: a) Blade.

Why it is correct

The blades, turning, push water and produce thrust. The boss only holds them on the shaft.

Why the others are not

  • b) It is the shaft passage.
  • c) It holds them.
  • d) It is a cover.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Thrust: blades.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Propeller and rudder

Pending instructor review. Machine translation, not reviewed.