To calculate the work done by a pump, you need to know the force required to move the liquid through the pump (measured in Newtons), the distance the liquid is moved (measured in meters), and the time it takes to move the liquid (measured in seconds). The formula for work is W = F*d, where W is work, F is force, and d is distance. So, to calculate the work done by a pump, you would multiply the force by the distance.
The most common units used to measure work done by a pump are joules (J) or kilojoules (kJ). However, you may also see work measured in other units such as foot-pounds (ft-lb) or calories (cal).
The efficiency of a pump can greatly affect the work done. Efficiency is a measure of how much energy is converted into work. If a pump is highly efficient, it will require less energy to move the same amount of liquid, resulting in less work done. On the other hand, a less efficient pump will require more energy and result in more work done.
Yes, you can still calculate the work done by a pump even if it is not 100% efficient. You simply need to use the efficiency factor in your calculation. The formula for work done by an inefficient pump is W = (F*d)/efficiency, where W is work, F is force, d is distance, and efficiency is the efficiency factor (usually expressed as a decimal).
Yes, there are other factors that can affect the work done by a pump. These include the viscosity of the liquid being pumped, the diameter of the pump's impeller, and the speed at which the pump is operated. These factors can all influence the amount of energy required and therefore the work done by the pump.