Synchronous Condenser EM-II

What is the purpose of a synchronous condenser in a power system?

• a) To generate electricity

• b) To improve power factor

• c) To reduce voltage

• d) To increase current

A synchronous condenser is a type of:

• a) Generator

• b) Motor

• c) Transformer

• d) Capacitor

he speed of a synchronous condenser is:

• a) Fixed

• b) Variable

• c) Cannot be determined

• d) None of the above

A synchronous condenser is typically connected to a power system through a:

• a) Transformer

• b) Switch

• c) Circuit breaker

• d) Transmission line

Synchronous condensers can also provide:

• a) Reactive power support

• b) Voltage support

• c) Frequency regulation

• d) All of the above

The reactive power output of a synchronous condenser is proportional to its:

• a) Voltage

• b) Current

• c) Power factor

• d) Excitation

The excitation system of a synchronous condenser controls its:

• a) Power factor

• b) Voltage

• c) Frequency

• d) Current

Synchronous condensers are typically operated at:

• a) Full load

• b) Half load

• c) No load

• d) Variable load

Synchronous condensers are often used in conjunction with:

• a) Generators

• b) Transformers

• c) Capacitors

• d) Inductors

Synchronous condensers can help to:

• a) Reduce losses in power systems

• b) Improve power quality

• c) Increase power output

• d) Decrease power output