Mechanical Engineering Unit II & III Quiz
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What is a common effect of boiler corrosion?

  • Improved fuel consumption
  • Decreased life span of the boiler (correct)
  • Enhanced water treatment processes
  • Increased thermal efficiency

Which method is primarily used for softening hard water by ion exchange?

  • Caustic soda process
  • Lime soda method
  • Zeolite method (correct)
  • Reverse osmosis

Which of the following substances is primarily associated with caustic embrittlement in boilers?

  • Magnesium sulfate
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Sodium chloride
  • Sodium hydroxide (correct)

What is the primary purpose of using the Pensky-Martens apparatus?

<p>Determining flash and fire points of liquids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two lubrications differ primarily in how they separate moving parts?

<p>Boundary and hydrodynamic lubrication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In calculating the amount of lime required for softening water, which chemical compound's concentration plays a crucial role?

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Boiler Corrosion

Damage to boiler surfaces caused by chemical reactions with water or gases.

Caustic Embrittlement

Weakening of boiler metal due to high concentrations of caustic soda in water.

Zeolite and Lime-Soda Methods

Different water softening techniques.

Hydrodynamic Lubrication

Lubrication where a liquid film is formed between moving parts due to pressure differences.

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Pensky-Marten Apparatus

Device to measure flash and fire points of liquids.

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Lubricant Classification

Grouping lubricants by their properties, uses, or composition.

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Study Notes

Unit II

  • Assignment Topics: Boiler Corrosion and Caustic Embrittlement
  • Comparative Analysis: Zeolite and Lime Soda methods for water softening

Unit III

  • Assignment Topics: Hydrodynamic and Boundary Lubrication
  • Testing and Significance: Aniline point and SEN testing
  • Lubricant Properties: Lubricant classification, mode of action examples, and uses

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Test your knowledge on Boiler Corrosion, Caustic Embrittlement, and various water softening methods like Zeolite and Lime Soda. Additionally, explore hydrodynamic and boundary lubrication, lubricant properties, and the significance of tests such as the Aniline point and SEN testing.

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