Oil Hydraulics and Pneumatics (2171912) MCQs

MCQs of Introduction to Pneumatic Systems

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31.

Which type of compressor suitable for cleaning smaller working environments like kitchens, garages, workshops, and homes?

(a)

Single cylinder compressor

(b)

Double-acting compressor 

(c)

Both of the mentioned 

(d)

None of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (a)

32.

Why intercooler used in a multi-stage compressor?

(a)

Reduce the temperature of compressed air 

(b)

Reduce the pressure of compressed air 

(c)

Both of the mentioned 

(d)

None of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (a)

33.

What is/are the advantages of a piston-type compressor?

(a)

Wide range of capacities and pressures

(b)

Better mechanical balancing

(c)

High overall efficiency 

(d)

All of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

34.

What is/are the disadvantages of the piston type compressor?

(a)

Require rigid frame and solid foundation

(b)

deliver a pulsating flow of air

(c)

suitable for small volumes of air at high pressures

(d)

All of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

35.

Which type of compressor suitable for the food and pharmaceutical industries?

(a)

Twin-screw compressor

(b)

Centrifugal compressor

(c)

Axial flow compressor

(d)

Diaphragm compressor

Answer:

Option (d)

36.

What is/are the advantages of a diaphragm compressor?

(a)

Oil-free clean air obtained

(b)

Low leakage rates

(c)

High efficiency of the order of 80 to 85%

(d)

All of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

37.

What is/are the disadvantages of a diaphragm compressor?

(a)

Excessive back pressure can damage the diaphragm

(b)

Smooth pulse-free discharge is not possible

(c)

Low suction capacity 

(d)

All of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

38.

The lobe type compressor extensively used in applications such as 

(a)

pneumatic conveying systems 

(b)

cement plants 

(c)

water treatment plants

(d)

all of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

39.

Which type of compressor used as a supercharger?

(a)

Centrifugal 

(b)

Axial flow

(c)

Lobe type

(d)

Roots blower

Answer:

Option (a)

40.

The axial flow compressor used in applications such as

(a)

jet engines

(b)

high-speed ship engines

(c)

small scale power stations

(d)

all of the mentioned 

Answer:

Option (d)

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