Which condition causes cavitation risk downstream of a partially closed gate valve?

💡 Explanation

Cavitation occurs due to rapid pressure drops, resulting in turbulent pressure fluctuations. The mechanism involves vapor bubble formation and collapse. Because local pressure drops significantly, it falls below the fluid's vapor pressure triggering bubble implosions, therefore cavitation happens rather than phase change by heat.

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