10 Questions
What is the primary function of a power generating station?
Convert mechanical energy into electrical energy
Which equipment is central to nearly all power generating stations?
Alternator
In a coal-fired power station, what is used to spin the turbines?
Steam
What is the final form of energy produced in a coal-fired power station?
Electrical energy
What is the approximate efficiency of a large-scale thermal power plant operating on coal?
40%
Which component of a power plant is responsible for converting boiler water to steam?
Turbine
What is the main function of an AC generator in a power generating station?
Converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
What process occurs in a pulverized coal-fired boiler?
Coal combustion for electricity
Why does a coal-fired power station require specific fuel processing and ash disposal compared to other fuel types?
Environmental regulations compliance
Which part of the power plant becomes an integral part due to the need to regulate transmission voltage?
Transformer switch yard
Calculate the total energy produced by a combined cycle natural gas power plant operating for a specific duration, based on given efficiencies and fuel consumption data. Make use of the information provided to solve for the energy output of the system.
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