What is the power generation?

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What are the types of power generation?

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Power generation cost reduces as

Power generation cost reduces as (A) Diversity factor increases and load factor decreases. (B) Diversity factor decreases and load factor increases. (C) Both diversity factor and load factor increase. (D) Both diversity factor and load factor decrease

Last answer: Power generation cost reduces as Both diversity factor and load factor increase.

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asked Dec 16, 2017 by anonymous

What is electric power generation transmission and distribution?

Last answer: Generation: it wrong word at here.because it is no generation it is conversion of one form of energy into electrical form.it may by using any type of energy. Transmission is just to ... place to other by providing some modifications And distribution means use of this energy for any purpose.

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asked Aug 2, 2019 by anonymous

State the different methods of Power Generation adopted in India.

Last answer: 1. Hydro energy or hydro Electric power plant 2. Nuclear energy or nuclear Power Plant 3. Fossil fuels: i) Thermal energy (by combustion of coal) or Thermal Power Plant ii) Natural gas ... from any organic waste materials. It contains mixture of methane(50-65 % in volume) and carbon dioxide

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

Explain captive power generation in brief

Last answer: Advantages of captive power generation: 1. Reliability of supply increases. 2. Power quality is good. (Free from harmonics) 3. Transmission losses reduce as generation is nearby load centre ... . Same steam can be used for generation of electricity. Thus increase efficiency of industry.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

Explain with block diagram photovoltaic power generation.

Last answer: Photovoltaic power generation: Photovoltaic power generating system consists of following components: 1. Photovoltaic cell panel: Its function is to convert energy content of sunrays directly into DC ... . Step-up transformer: It step-up input voltage to utilization voltage e.g. 230V.

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asked Sep 7, 2018 by anonymous

List any two types of fuels used in electrical power generation plants.

Last answer: Types of fuels used in electrical power generation plants: 1) Solid fuels: Coal, Biomass: Wood, Nuclear fuel: Uranium, Plutonium 2) Liquid fuels: Diesel, Petrol 3) Gaseous Fuels: Natural gas, Producer ... 2) Wood 3) Uranium 4) Plutonium 5) Diesel 6) Petrol 7) Natural gas 8) Producer gas

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asked Apr 29, 2018 by anonymous

In order to have a lower cost of electrical energy generation the load factor

In order to have a lower cost of electrical energy generation the load factor (1) and the diversity factor should be low (2) should be low but the diversity factor should be high (3) should be high but the diversity factor should be low (4) and the diversity factor both should be high

Last answer: In order to have a lower cost of electrical energy generation the load factor and the diversity factor both should be high

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asked Aug 8, 2019 by anonymous

Basic idea of generation

Last answer: Prior to the discovery of Faraday's Laws of electromagnetic discussion, electrical power was available from batteries with limited voltage and current levels. Although complicated in construction, D ... Therefore, area specific generating stations along with its distribution networks had to be used.

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asked Mar 19, 2018 by anonymous

What is the maximum value of power factor?

Last answer: 1 is the maximum value of power factor.

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What is the purpose of the turbines in coal fired power plants?

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What is the most common type of power plant?

Last answer: Hydroelectric power plant.

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What are the criteria for selection of site for hydroelectric power plant?

Last answer: Following Factors to be kept while site selecting for Hydro power plant: 1. It should be located where high rain fall occurs. 2. A large catchments area must be available to store water. 3. It ... 12. Cost of land should be less. 13. Skilled and unskilled man power should be available nearby.

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The overall efficiency of Thermal Power Plant is equal to _______________ .

The overall efficiency of Thermal Power Plant is equal to _______________ . (A) Regenerative Cycle Efficiency (B) Renkine Cycle Efficiency (C) Carnot cycle efficiency (D) None of the above

Last answer: The overall efficiency of Thermal Power Plant is equal to Regenerative Cycle Efficiency.

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The rankine cycle efficiency of steam power plant is

The rankine cycle efficiency of steam power plant is (1) 60-80% (3) 30-45% (2) 45-80% (4) 20-30%

Last answer: The rankine cycle efficiency of steam power plant is 30-45%

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asked Mar 20, 2018 by anonymous

In a power plant if the maximum demand on the plant is equal to the plant capacity, then?

Last answer: In a power plant if the maximum demand on the plant is equal to the plant capacity, then plant reserve capacity will be zero.

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For a consumer the most economical power factor is generally?

Last answer: For a consumer the most economical power factor is generally 0.95 lagging .

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The primary reason for low power factor is supply system is due to installation of?

Last answer: The primary reason for low power factor is supply system is due to installation of induction motors.

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In a thermal power plant, ash is collected in

Last answer: In a thermal power plant, ash is collected in hoppers or bunkers

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Direct conversion of heat into electric power is possible through?

Last answer: By use of thermocouple.

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Maximum demand on a power plant is?

Last answer: Maximum demand on a power plant is the greatest of all "short time interval averaged" demand during a period.

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Load factor of a power station is generally?

Last answer: Load factor of a power station is generally less than unity.

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Load factor of a power station is defined as?

Last answer: Load factor of a power station is defined as average load/maximum demand.

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How much electricity is produced by a power plant?

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Explain the function of different parts of a typical nuclear power plant with neat sketch.

Last answer: Functions of each part of Nuclear power plant:- 1) Nuclear Reactor: In nuclear reactor the fuel rod of U235 is placed through which tremendous amount of heat energy is ... is mechanically coupled with steam turbine. 8) Alternator: It converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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List the types of turbine used in hydro power plant.

Last answer: Following types of turbine used in hydro power plant: 1.Pelton wheel 2.Francis Turbine 3.Kaplan Turbine 4.Propeller Turbine

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In a distribution system, in order to improve power factor, the synchronous capacitors are installed?

Last answer: In a distribution system, in order to improve power factor, the synchronous capacitors are installed at the receiving end.

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Power plant having maximum demand more than the installed rated capacity will have utilisation factor?

Last answer: Power plant having maximum demand more than the installed rated capacity will have utilisation factor more than unity.

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With a neat diagram explain pumped storage hydro power plant.

Last answer: Diagram of pumped storage hydro power plant: Explanation: In this power plant, generator is so designed that it Converts mechanical power into electrical power and also works as a ... helps in reducing a reserve capacity of PP as it provides additional power during peak load period.

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Draw a layout of a thermo-chemical based power plant.

Last answer: Layout of a thermo-chemical based power plant: In this process dry biomass fuels converted to produce gas ,liquid fuels or oil by thermo chemical conversion Thermo-Chemical conversion are of following ways:- 1. Direct combustion 2. Gasification 3. Pyrolysis

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With a neat diagram explain solar photovoltaic power plant.

Last answer: Diagram of solar photovoltaic power plant : Explanation: Solar power plant consists of following components: 1. Photovoltaic cell panel: Its function is to convert sunrays directly into DC ... . 5. Step-up transformer: It step-up input voltage to utilization voltage e.g. 230V

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With a neat diagram explain medium head hydro-electric power plants.

Last answer: Diagram of medium head hydro-electric power plants: Explanation:- If head of water is between 30 and 100 m, the plant is called a medium-head plant. Potential energy of ... Francis turbines are normally used. Alternator required in these plants is of low speed and large in diameter.

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With a neat diagram explain solar power tower.

Last answer: Diagram explain solar power tower : All concentrating solar thermal power (STP) basic elements: Concentrator Receiver Transport-storage (a portion of the thermal energy ... with alternator which converts mechanical power to electrical energy Exhaust steam is condensate in condenser

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Why concentrating collectors are used in solar power plant.

Last answer: Because of following advantages concentrating type collector are used in solar power plant: - 1. Temperature: Temperature obtained is high because absorber area is less and collector/reflector area ... results: As tracking system is used better results are obtain than flat type collector.

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asked Apr 29, 2018 by anonymous

In hydroelectric power plants

In hydroelectric power plants (1) both operating and initial cost are high (2) both operating and initial cost are low (3) operating cost is low and initial cost is high (4) operating cost is high and initial cost is low

Last answer: In hydroelectric power plants operating cost is low and initial cost is high

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asked Mar 20, 2018 by anonymous

An induction motor has relatively high power factor at?

Last answer: An induction motor has relatively high power factor at near full load.

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For high value of diversity factor, a power station of given installed capacity will be in a position to supply?

Last answer: For high value of diversity factor, a power station of given installed capacity will be in a position to supply more number of consumers.

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Annual operating expenditure of a power plant consists of?

Last answer: Annual operating expenditure of a power plant consists of fixed charges, semi-fixed charges, running charges.

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Approximate estimation of power demand can be made by?

Last answer: Approximate estimation of power demand can be made by load survey method, statistical methods, mathematical method, economic parameters.

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asked Mar 19, 2018 by anonymous

Can a synchronous condenser improve power factor?

Last answer: Yes, synchronous condenser can improve power factor.

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Active power and apparent power are represented by?

Last answer: Active power and apparent power are represented by kW and kVA.

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asked Mar 10, 2018 by anonymous

How many watts does a power plant produce?

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In a power station, the cost of generation of power reduces when

In a power station, the cost of generation of power reduces when (A) diversity factor alone increases (B) both diversity factor and load factor increase. (C) load factor alone increases. (D) both diversity factor and load factor decrease,

Last answer: In a power station, the cost of generation of power reduces when both diversity factor and load factor increase.

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asked Mar 20, 2018 by anonymous

____power plant is expected to have the longest life.

Last answer: Hydroelectric power plant is expected to have the longest life.

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What is the value of capacitance required to improve power factor from 0.7 to 0.9.

What is the value of capacitance required to improve power factor from 0.7 to 0.9. Given that: Real power = 50 W Vrms of the source = 120 Frequency = 50 Hz #powerfactor

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asked Jun 28, 2019 by anonymous

What is the unit of electric power?

Options: A) WATT B) AMPERE C) VOLTS D) OHM

Last answer: Correct Answer: A) WATT

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asked Sep 7, 2018 by anonymous

What is the choice of size and number of generator units in interconnected power system?

Last answer: Choice of Size and Number of Generating Units: 1. The size/rating and number of generating units in such way that they approximately match with the load curve as closely as possible. 2. In ... , if power plant is connected to grid system then generating unit of higher capacity can be installed.

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asked Jun 18, 2018 by anonymous

What is the Power Supply specification for 8085AH microprocessor?

What is the Power Supply specification for 8085AH microprocessor? A) Single +5V supply with 10% voltage margins B) Dual +5V supply with 10% voltage margins C) Single +10V supply with 5% voltage margins D) Dual +5V supply with 5% voltage margins

Last answer: What is the Power Supply specification for 8085AH microprocessor? A) Single +5V supply with 10% voltage margins B) Dual +5V supply with 10% voltage margins C) Single +10V supply with 5% voltage margins D) Dual +5V supply with 5% voltage margins

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asked Apr 29, 2018 by anonymous

What is the power factor when a single phase watt meter operating on 200 V and 5 A for 5 hours makes 2016

What is the power factor when a single phase watt meter operating on 200 V and 5 A for 5 hours makes 2016 revolutions and the meter constant in revolution is 420? A) 0.04 B) 1.04 C) 0.96 D) None of these

Last answer: What is the power factor when a single phase watt meter operating on 200 V and 5 A for 5 hours makes 2016 revolutions and the meter constant in revolution is 420? A) 0.04 B) 1.04 C) 0.96 D) None of these

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