7000+ Power Generation Questions and Answers Pdf - 2

Question: 6

The advantage of hydroelectric power station over thermal power station is

(A) hydroelectric power station can be constructed at the place where the energy is required

(B) hydroelectric power station can supply the power throughout the year

(C) the operating cost of hydroelectric power station is low

(D) the initial cost of hydroelectric power station is low

Ans: C

the operating cost of hydroelectric power station is low

Question: 7

The coal that has highest ash content is

(A) bituminous coal

(B) coking coal

(C) lignite

(D) steam coal

Ans: C

lignite

Question: 8

Coal used in thermal power plant is also known as

(A) coke

(B) charcoal

(C) steam coal

(D) soft coal

Ans: C

steam coal

Question: 9

In a distribution system, which one of the following items shares the major cost?

(A) insulators

(B) distribution transformer

(C) earthing system

(D) conductors

Ans: B

distribution transformer

Question: 10

Public sector undertaking associated with erection and commissioning of steam power plant is called

(A) Coal India Ltd.

(B) Bharat Coking Coal Ltd.

(C) National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd.

(D) Indian Electricity Authority

Ans: C

National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd.

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