Common types of pumps:

1. *Centrifugal Pumps*: Use centrifugal force to push fluid through the pump.
2. *Positive Displacement Pumps*: Use a mechanical advantage to move fluid, often used for high-pressure applications.
3. *Diaphragm Pumps*: Use a flexible diaphragm to create suction and discharge pressure.
4. *Gear Pumps*: Use interlocking gears to pump fluid.
5. *Submersible Pumps*: Designed to operate underwater, often used for wells or sumps.

Some other types of pumps include:

1. *Axial Flow Pumps*: High flow rates, often used for large-scale applications.
2. *Radial Flow Pumps*: High pressure, often used for industrial applications.
3. *Mixed Flow Pumps*: Combine axial and radial flow characteristics.

Pumps are chosen based on specific application requirements, such as flow rate, pressure, and fluid type.

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