Power System Protection Quiz: Zero Sequence Impedance and Faults
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What is the consequence of having the zero sequence impedance as ∞ during line to line faults?

  • The fault current will be minimum
  • The fault current will be infinite
  • The fault current will be zero (correct)
  • The fault current will be maximum
  • If the neutral is not grounded during a single line to ground fault, what will be the effect on the zero sequence impedance?

  • The zero sequence impedance will be maximum
  • The zero sequence impedance will remain the same
  • The zero sequence impedance will become infinite (correct)
  • The zero sequence impedance will become zero
  • What is the result of zero sequence currents when the neutral in a Y connection is absent?

  • Minimum
  • Infinite
  • Zero
  • Maximum (correct)
  • When there is no neutral, what is the value of Z0?

    <p>Same as negative sequence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the value of zero sequence current compare to the current in the neutral wire?

    <p>$3$ times the current in the neutral wire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What components make up a balanced three-phase system?

    <p>Positive, negative and zero sequence currents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sum of negative and zero sequence currents in case of an LLG fault?

    <p>$I_n + I_0$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following connections can zero sequence currents flow?

    <p>Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using series reactors in power systems?

    <p>Limit fault levels within equipment capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among the listed options, what factor(s) determine the magnitude of fault current?

    <p>Both total impedance up to the fault and voltage at the fault point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fault is the most commonly observed in power systems?

    <p>Single line to ground fault</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a single line to ground fault where the fault occurs in phase A, what are the terminal conditions?

    <p>$V_a = 0, I_a = 0, I_c = 0$</p> Signup and view all the answers

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