Generation of Electrical Energy MCQs (Part-3)

What is the main source of energy in a coal-fired power plant?

A Solar energy
B Coal
C Wind
D Nuclear energy

Which energy source does a nuclear power plant rely on?

A Uranium
B Natural gas
C Wind
D Biomass

What is the function of the condenser in a thermal power plant?

A To store the generated electricity
B To convert water into steam
C To condense steam back into water
D To cool the turbine

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using solar power?

A High emissions during operation
B Limited to areas with high sunlight
C Requires constant water supply
D It is a non-renewable resource

What is a combined cycle power plant?

A A plant that generates both electricity and heat from one fuel source
B A plant that uses two types of fuel for power generation
C A plant that generates power from renewable sources
D A plant that uses both gas and steam turbines for efficiency

Which energy source does wind power use to generate electricity?

A Kinetic energy of the wind
B Solar radiation
C Water flow
D Biomass combustion

What is the main advantage of geothermal power generation?

A It is available year-round and produces no emissions
B It requires high amounts of fuel
C It can only be used in specific regions
D It generates electricity only during the day

What is the main disadvantage of hydroelectric power plants?

A They require large amounts of land for water storage
B They are extremely expensive to build
C They produce high amounts of carbon emissions
D They require solar panels for efficiency

What does the term “renewable energy” mean?

A Energy that is expensive to produce
B Energy that can be naturally replenished
C Energy that is created by humans
D Energy that is stored in batteries

Which of the following is NOT a type of energy storage system used in power generation?

A Pumped-storage hydropower
B Compressed air energy storage
C Hydrogen fuel cells
D Solar panels

What is the purpose of using energy storage systems in power plants?

A To increase electricity production
B To store excess electricity for later use
C To reduce the number of turbines needed
D To lower energy conversion efficiency

What is a key characteristic of wave energy generation?

A It uses ocean tides to generate power
B It converts the motion of waves into electricity
C It requires large reservoirs for water storage
D It uses solar energy to produce electricity

What is the function of an electric generator in a power plant?

A To convert chemical energy into electricity
B To convert mechanical energy into electricity
C To store energy for later use
D To cool the power plant

What is one of the main environmental concerns of biomass energy?

A It contributes to deforestation
B It produces high emissions
C It requires large amounts of water
D It is a non-renewable resource

Which type of power plant generates electricity by harnessing the power of ocean tides?

A Wind power plant
B Geothermal power plant
C Tidal power plant
D Solar power plant

Which of the following is a major benefit of using natural gas in power plants?

A It has zero carbon emissions
B It is highly efficient and produces lower emissions compared to coal
C It is a renewable energy source
D It is a non-polluting energy source

What is the key function of grid synchronization in power plants?

A To ensure that the power plant operates efficiently
B To match the frequency and voltage of the generated power with the grid
C To store excess electricity
D To reduce fuel consumption

What is the primary purpose of emission control technologies in power plants?

A To increase electricity production
B To reduce the environmental impact by limiting pollutants
C To store excess electricity
D To improve energy efficiency

Which energy conversion efficiency is considered the best in power generation?

A Solar power
B Wind power
C Combined cycle power plants
D Coal-fired power plants

What is the purpose of load forecasting in power systems?

A To predict future energy demand
B To calculate the efficiency of generators
C To monitor fuel consumption
D To measure emissions