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What is the primary function of a power generating station?
What is the primary function of a power generating station?
- Convert mechanical energy into electrical energy (correct)
- Convert chemical energy into electrical energy
- Efficiently transmit electrical energy
- Regulate transmission voltage
Which equipment is central to nearly all power generating stations?
Which equipment is central to nearly all power generating stations?
- Transformer switch yard
- Turbine
- Alternator (correct)
- Generator
In a coal-fired power station, what is used to spin the turbines?
In a coal-fired power station, what is used to spin the turbines?
- Gasoline
- Steam (correct)
- Water
- Coal
What is the final form of energy produced in a coal-fired power station?
What is the final form of energy produced in a coal-fired power station?
What is the approximate efficiency of a large-scale thermal power plant operating on coal?
What is the approximate efficiency of a large-scale thermal power plant operating on coal?
Which component of a power plant is responsible for converting boiler water to steam?
Which component of a power plant is responsible for converting boiler water to steam?
What is the main function of an AC generator in a power generating station?
What is the main function of an AC generator in a power generating station?
What process occurs in a pulverized coal-fired boiler?
What process occurs in a pulverized coal-fired boiler?
Why does a coal-fired power station require specific fuel processing and ash disposal compared to other fuel types?
Why does a coal-fired power station require specific fuel processing and ash disposal compared to other fuel types?
Which part of the power plant becomes an integral part due to the need to regulate transmission voltage?
Which part of the power plant becomes an integral part due to the need to regulate transmission voltage?
