Indian Locomotive Class WAG-9
15 Questions
15 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What does the model name WAG-9 stand for?

  • Wide gauge, AC Current, Goods transport, 9th generation
  • Broad gauge, DC Current, Goods traffic, 9th generation
  • Narrow gauge, AC Current, Passenger traffic, 9th generation
  • Broad gauge, AC Current, Goods traffic, 9th generation (correct)

What is the purpose of the WAP-7 locomotive?

  • To serve freight trains
  • To pull lighter loads at higher speeds (correct)
  • To replace the WAG-9 locomotive
  • To provide more electrification in India

Where were the WAG-9 locomotives built?

  • Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Patiala Locomotive Works
  • Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, Banaras Locomotive Works
  • Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, Banaras Locomotive Works, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (correct)
  • Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, Banaras Locomotive Works, Patiala Locomotive Works

What is the significance of the WAG-9 locomotive to the Indian Railways?

<p>It serves freight trains for over 27 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of freight haulage of Indian Railways takes place on the electrified section of the Golden Quadrilateral and diagonals?

<p>25% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of current flows if the circuit is complete?

<p>Direct current (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of flow of charges known as?

<p>Current (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symbols is used to represent the source of current in circuit diagrams?

<p>Key (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does a current flow in a circuit according to the text?

<p>In a closed circuit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be present for current to flow?

<p>Complete circuit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the original name of the institution established in 1847 by Scottish Christian missionaries?

<p>Scottish Female Orphanage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year were the Scottish Female Orphanage and the Orphanage for the Sons of Presbyterians merged?

<p>1859 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medium of instruction at the Bombay Scottish School, Mahim?

<p>English (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which examinations are conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations for class 10 and class 12 students?

<p>ICSE and ISC (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Bombay Scottish School, Powai located in relation to the institution at Mahim West?

<p>Affiliate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

WAG-9 Locomotive

A type of locomotive designed for hauling freight trains with high capacity on broad gauge tracks using AC electricity.

WAP-7 Locomotive

A locomotive designed for pulling lighter loads at higher speeds, typically used for passenger trains.

Electric Current

The flow of electrical charges through a complete circuit.

Closed Circuit

A circuit where the path for charges to flow is uninterrupted and complete.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Current

The rate at which electrical charges flow through a circuit.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Electrified Section of the Golden Quadrilateral

The Indian Railways' freight hauling network on the Golden Quadrilateral and its diagonals, which relies on electrified tracks to move goods efficiently.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Freight Haulage on Electrified Section

The percentage of freight traffic that is transported on the electrified tracks of the Golden Quadrilateral and diagonals.

Signup and view all the flashcards

School

A type of educational institution that offers education from primary to secondary levels, generally affiliated with a governing body.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Bombay Scottish School

A school emphasizing English as the medium of instruction, with a focus on academic excellence and values.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

The educational body that conducts the ICSE and ISC examinations for class 10 and class 12 in India.

Signup and view all the flashcards

ICSE Examination

The examination conducted by CISCE for class 10 students.

Signup and view all the flashcards

ISC Examination

The examination conducted by CISCE for class 12 students.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Affiliate

A school with a close relationship to another institution, often sharing a common curriculum and values.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

Selina Solutions for Class 9 Physics

  • Provides complete information regarding current electricity
  • Designed in accordance with the latest ICSE syllabus

Benefits for ICSE Class 9 Students

  • Serves as a single-window for all academic requirements
  • Helps students to recall what they had studied, reducing exam anxiety
  • Uses simple language and easy-to-understand terminologies, making it a favorite among students

Outcome of Using Selina Solutions

  • Enables students to perform exceedingly well at examinations

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

Description

Test your knowledge about the Indian locomotive class WAG-9, a 25 kV AC electric locomotive developed by ABB for Indian Railways in 1995. Learn about its features, production, and service history.

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser