Refractories and Insulation in Water Tube Boilers

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Which type of monolithic refractory is used in construction of studded water walls?

  • Castable refractory
  • Insulating materials
  • Plastic Chrome Ore (correct)
  • Mouldable refractory

What is the primary function of insulating materials in relation to refractories?

  • Increase mechanical strength
  • Improve resistance to high temperatures
  • Enhance thermal conductivity
  • Ensure acceptable working temperatures for the operator (correct)

Where is castable refractory typically placed in a boiler?

  • Behind water walls and other parts of the boiler (correct)
  • Around insulating materials
  • On studded water walls
  • Where direct exposure to radiant heat takes place

What property does Plastic Chrome Ore have that allows it to be used in studded water walls?

<p>Low thermal conductivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which compound is NOT mentioned as an insulating material in the text?

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

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of refractories and insulation in water tube boilers?

<p>Increasing the efficiency of the boiler by enhancing heat transfer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum recorded furnace temperature in marine boilers according to the text?

<p>1650°C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an alkaline refractory material?

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

What is the potential consequence of mixing acid and alkaline refractory materials at high temperatures?

<p>Formation of salts that destroy the effectiveness of the refractory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form in which refractory can be installed?

<p>Insulation blankets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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