What is the nozzle delivery rate in gallons per minute if 32 oz of water is collected in 30 seconds?

To find the nozzle delivery rate in gallons per minute, it’s crucial to convert the collected volume and the time into compatible units.

First, 32 ounces of water needs to be converted into gallons. There are 128 ounces in a gallon, so:

32 oz ÷ 128 oz/gallon = 0.25 gallons.

Next, we need to consider the time frame. The collection time given is 30 seconds. To express this in terms of minutes, we convert seconds into minutes:

30 seconds ÷ 60 seconds/minute = 0.5 minutes.

Now, to find the delivery rate in gallons per minute (GPM), we divide the total gallons collected by the total time in minutes:

0.25 gallons ÷ 0.5 minutes = 0.5 GPM.

This calculation shows that the nozzle delivers water at a rate of 0.5 gallons per minute. Understanding this conversion and calculation is vital for accurate pesticide application rates and ensuring proper coverage for treatments.