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What makes gas turbines ideal for use in areas where water is scarce?
What makes gas turbines ideal for use in areas where water is scarce?
- They are not affected by water scarcity
- They can operate with a closed circulating water system (correct)
- They require a significant amount of water to operate
- They are not suitable for use in areas where water is scarce
Why are gas turbines considered ideal for standby duties like fire pumps and emergency electricity generators?
Why are gas turbines considered ideal for standby duties like fire pumps and emergency electricity generators?
- Higher thermal efficiency
- Instant starting capability (correct)
- Low noise level
- Ability to use multiple types of fuel
What is a major drawback of gas turbines in terms of the types of fuel they are limited to?
What is a major drawback of gas turbines in terms of the types of fuel they are limited to?
- Not limited by the type of fuel used
- Limited to clean, liquid, or gaseous fuels (correct)
- Capable of burning solid fuels only
- Can burn any type of fuel
What contributes to the high mechanical efficiency of gas turbines?
What contributes to the high mechanical efficiency of gas turbines?
What is a disadvantage of gas turbines in terms of emissions?
What is a disadvantage of gas turbines in terms of emissions?
What is one of the advantages of gas turbines mentioned in the passage?
What is one of the advantages of gas turbines mentioned in the passage?
How does the capital cost of a gas turbine plant compare to that of a steam plant?
How does the capital cost of a gas turbine plant compare to that of a steam plant?
What effect does the absence of reciprocating motion have on gas turbines?
What effect does the absence of reciprocating motion have on gas turbines?
How does the size requirement for a building housing a gas turbine plant compare to that of a steam plant?
How does the size requirement for a building housing a gas turbine plant compare to that of a steam plant?
What is the cooling water requirement for gas turbines mentioned in the passage?
What is the cooling water requirement for gas turbines mentioned in the passage?
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