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What is the primary function of an automobile engine?
What is the primary function of an automobile engine?
- To control the vehicle's speed
- To produce power to move the vehicle (correct)
- To steer the vehicle
- To provide lighting for the vehicle
Which part of the engine is responsible for controlling the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders?
Which part of the engine is responsible for controlling the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders?
- Cylinder head
- Valves and valve operating mechanism (correct)
- Piston and piston rings
- Cam shaft
What component is primarily responsible for converting the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotational motion?
What component is primarily responsible for converting the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotational motion?
- Crank shaft (correct)
- Cylinder block and crank case
- Valve position
- Gaskets
Study Notes
Engine Basics
- The primary function of an automobile engine is to convert chemical energy from fuel into mechanical energy to power the vehicle.
Air and Fuel Intake
- The part of the engine responsible for controlling the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders is the intake manifold.
Piston Motion Conversion
- The component primarily responsible for converting the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotational motion is the crankshaft.
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Test your knowledge on automobile engine components, including engine types, construction details, cylinder block, crank case, cylinder head, piston, gaskets, crank shaft, cam shaft, valves, and valve operating mechanism.
