Power Plant Engineering (2171910) MCQs

MCQs of Coal and Ash Handling Systems

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11.

How is the fuel handled generally outside the plant?

(a)

Mechanically
(b)

Manually
(c)

Robotic technology
(d)

Physically
Answer:

Option (a)

12.

In which mode of transport are rotary car dumpers used?

(a)

Road transport
(b)

Rail transport
(c)

Transport by sea or river
(d)

Inside the plant handling
Answer:

Option (b)

13.

What is in plant coal handling system?

(a)

Maintenance of coal during emergencies
(b)

Maintenance of coal inside the boiler
(c)

Maintenance of coal inside the power production area
(d)

Maintenance of coal while transporting/moving it
Answer:

Option (c)

14.

What is the main characteristic of in plant coal handling system?

(a)

It should be easy to handle
(b)

It should be simple in construction
(c)

Free from repetitive handling
(d)

Free from corrosion problems
Answer:

Option (c)

15.

Why is it necessary to have a coal storage yard near the plant?

(a)

To supply to other nearby power plants
(b)

To cut down on varying transportation rates
(c)

To face any emergencies
(d)

Due to the higher rate of deterioration
Answer:

Option (c)

16.

Where should coal be dumped?

(a)

On solid ground
(b)

In the water
(c)

By mixing with other form of fuels
(d)

Near the plant
Answer:

Option (a)

17.

What is the advantage of stocking the coal in huge heaps?

(a)

Prevents from coal being oxidized
(b)

Provides grip for the storage
(c)

Prevents air circulation in the interior of the heap
(d)

The moisture content will be eliminated
Answer:

Option (c)

18.

How the oxidation of coal is eliminated?

(a)

By exposing it to the sunlight
(b)

By turning the entire coal heap upside down periodically
(c)

By circulating air uniformly
(d)

By burning coal at very high temperatures
Answer:

Option (c)

19.

Why is it necessary to use noncandescent materials in place of the coal storage area?

(a)

To avoid it from catching fire
(b)

To act as a fire resistor during the cause of the fire
(c)

To avoid it from acting as a supporter of fire
(d)

To provide a cool environment
Answer:

Option (a)

20.

What is the function of sizer in coal handling?

(a)

To separate the coal depending on size
(b)

To check the amount of fuel that is supplied
(c)

To pick the coal of required size
(d)

To divert the coal flow into different burners
Answer:

Option (c)

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