250+ TOP MCQs on Magneto hydrodynamic Plant Basics and Answers

Power Plant Engineering Multiple Choice Questions on “Magneto hydrodynamic Plant Basics”.

1. Which of these is not a major direct energy conversion device?
a) magnetohydrodynamic
b) thermionic
c) geothermal
d) fuel cell
Answer: c
Clarification: Geothermal energy is not available everywhere.

2. Which of these is the most promising power generation system?
a) magnetohydrodynamic
b) thermoelectric
c) hydrogen
d) fuel cell
Answer: a
Clarification: Since it is capable of tapping vast potential of modern furnaces.

3. Which of these is not a limitation of conventional energy sources?
a) Resources are limited some are seasonal
b) Most of them emit harmful gases contributing to global warming
c) Situated in remote areas and higher T and D losses
d) requires small areas
Answer: d
Clarification: Conventional energy resources require large areas.

4. Which of these is a conventional source of energy?
a) sun
b) wind
c) fossil fuels
d) fuel cells
Answer: c
Clarification: Fossil fuels are conventional sources of energy.

5. Which of these is a non-conventional type of power generation without prime movers?
a) hydro power
b) thermal
c) nuclear
d) thermoelectric
Answer: d
Clarification: Thermoelectric power generation of a non conventional type.

6. Which of these is not a type of collector in solar power generation?
a) flat plate
b) focusing or concentrating collectors
c) cylindrical parabolic concentrator
d) hyperbolic concentrator
Answer: d
Clarification: The shape is not hyperbolic but parabolic.

7. Which of these is not a merit of tidal power generation?
a) free from problems of ecology balance
b) everlasting
c) no extra submerging of land is required
d) uneven operation