Boiler Operating Principles Quiz

What is the primary function of a boiler?

• To cool down steam

• To store water

• To convert fuel into heat

• To generate electricity

Which type of boiler is typically used for high-pressure applications?

• Fire Tube Boiler

• Water Tube Boiler

• Electric Boiler

• Cast Iron Boiler

What does the design pressure of a boiler refer to?

• The pressure at which the boiler is typically operated

• The pressure at which safety valves open

• The maximum pressure for safe operation

• The pressure during testing

What is the purpose of an exhaust gas economizer?

• To increase the fuel consumption

• To ignite the fuel

• To capture waste heat from flue gases

• To cool the boiler

Which material is commonly used for constructing high-pressure boilers?

• Copper

• Steel

• Wood

• Plastic

What is the main difference between fire tube and water tube boilers?

• Fire tube boilers are larger

• Water tube boilers have combustion gases passing through tubes

• Water tube boilers are used for low-pressure applications

• Fire tube boilers are more efficient

What type of burner typically uses electronic igniters?

• Gas Burners

• Coal Burners

• Oil Burners

• Solid Fuel Burners

What is the operating pressure of a boiler?

• The pressure at which safety valves open

• The pressure at which the boiler is typically operated

• The pressure during testing

• The maximum pressure for safe operation

Which type of boiler is less suited for high-pressure applications?

• Water Tube Boiler

• Steam Boiler

• Fire Tube Boiler

• Electric Boiler

What is the role of safety valves in a boiler?

• To increase the boiler's efficiency

• To prevent over-pressure conditions

• To cool the boiler

• To ignite the fuel