Power Generation Methods - Applications

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Q. In a thermal power plant, what is the primary fuel source used for generating electricity?
  • A. Natural gas
  • B. Wind
  • C. Hydro
  • D. Biomass
Q. In wind power generation, what is the main component that converts wind energy into mechanical energy?
  • A. Generator
  • B. Turbine
  • C. Inverter
  • D. Transformer
Q. What is the main advantage of using combined cycle gas plants?
  • A. Lower emissions
  • B. Higher efficiency
  • C. Lower capital cost
  • D. Easier maintenance
Q. What is the main advantage of using wind power for electricity generation?
  • A. High efficiency
  • B. Low operational costs
  • C. Renewable and sustainable
  • D. No emissions
Q. What is the primary function of a transformer in power distribution?
  • A. Convert AC to DC
  • B. Step up or step down voltage
  • C. Store electrical energy
  • D. Regulate frequency
Q. What is the primary function of protective relays in power systems?
  • A. To generate electricity
  • B. To monitor system performance
  • C. To detect faults and isolate sections
  • D. To regulate voltage
Q. What is the primary method of generating electricity in a hydroelectric power plant?
  • A. Wind turbines
  • B. Steam turbines
  • C. Water turbines
  • D. Solar panels
Q. What is the primary purpose of a transformer in power generation?
  • A. To generate electricity
  • B. To step up or step down voltage
  • C. To store energy
  • D. To convert AC to DC
Q. What is the primary purpose of protective relays in power systems?
  • A. Control voltage levels
  • B. Detect faults and isolate sections
  • C. Regulate power factor
  • D. Monitor load conditions
Q. Which generation method is most commonly associated with the use of geothermal energy?
  • A. Binary cycle power plants
  • B. Photovoltaic cells
  • C. Wind turbines
  • D. Nuclear reactors
Q. Which of the following is a common application of solar power generation?
  • A. Pumped storage
  • B. Photovoltaic systems
  • C. Geothermal heating
  • D. Nuclear fission
Q. Which of the following is a disadvantage of coal-fired power plants?
  • A. High operational costs
  • B. Low energy density
  • C. High greenhouse gas emissions
  • D. Limited availability
Q. Which of the following is a key component of load flow analysis in power systems?
  • A. Voltage regulation
  • B. Power factor correction
  • C. Load balancing
  • D. All of the above
Q. Which switchgear component is primarily used to interrupt fault currents?
  • A. Circuit breaker
  • B. Fuse
  • C. Isolator
  • D. Transformer
Q. Which type of power generation is characterized by the use of a fuel cell?
  • A. Thermal generation
  • B. Hydroelectric generation
  • C. Nuclear generation
  • D. Electrochemical generation
Q. Which type of power generation is primarily used for base load power?
  • A. Solar power
  • B. Wind power
  • C. Nuclear power
  • D. Diesel generators
Q. Which type of switchgear is commonly used for high voltage applications?
  • A. Air-insulated switchgear
  • B. Oil-insulated switchgear
  • C. Vacuum switchgear
  • D. Miniature circuit breakers
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