POWER GENERATION AND SUBSTATION - Quiz

1) What is the purpose of barrage in tidal power station?

Controls the tidal waves Releases water towards the sea Tap the water at the entrance of gulf Converts potential energy into kinetic energy

2) Which component in a steam power plant is used to heat the feed water from the flue gas?

Boiler Economizer Super heater Air pre heater

3) What is the advantage of pressurized water reactor (PWR)?

No heat loss High thermal efficiency It has high power density Metal surface temperature is lower

4) Which power generation plant is having more reliability in operation?

Hydro power plant Diesel power plant Nuclear power plant Thermal power plant

5) Which is the disadvantage of non-conventional power generation over conventional power generatio

Increase pollution Security risk is more Requires more maintenance Cannot be used for base load demand