Steam Engines Quiz

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A steam engine is a type of internal combustion heat engine.

False (B)

Steam turbines are no longer used today for generators.

False (B)

A steam engine requires a turbine to convert thermal energy into work.

False (B)

The power source for a steam engine can only be wood, coal, or oil.

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

Steam engines rely on the power of water to operate.

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

The expansion of steam in a steam engine acts on the gearbox directly.

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

Steam engines were never used in locomotives.

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

A steam engine can utilize any heat source to boil water.

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

Steam power cannot move the lid off a kettle.

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

Using a larger pot to boil water will decrease the power of steam generated.

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

What was the primary advantage of Watt's steam engine over the Newcomen steam engine?

<p>It consumed 3-4 times less coal. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT one of Watt's inventions or improvements to the steam engine?

<p>Turbine for converting thermal energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the Boulton-Watt Company established?

<p>1775 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Watt's steam engine invention?

<p>It led to the widespread use of steam power in ships and trains. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the overall impact of Watt's contributions to the steam engine?

<p>It marked a giant leap in production technology for humankind. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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