Circulating Systems

What is the main purpose of the circulating system on an oil rig?

• To drill holes in the ocean floor

• To move fluids around the rig

• To generate electricity

• To provide accommodation for workers

Which component of the circulating system is responsible for pumping drilling fluid?

• Derrick

• Mud pump

• Drill bit

• Rotary table

What is the function of the mud tank in the circulating system?

• To store drilling fluid

• To drill into the seabed

• To generate power

• To house workers

Which of the following isn't a component in the circulating system?

• the derrick

• the mud pump

• the shale shaker

• the mud tank

What is the role of the shale shaker in the circulating system?

• To mix drilling fluid

• To remove solids from the drilling fluid

• To drill into the seabed

• To store drilling fluid

Which component helps in maintaining the pressure of the drilling fluid?

• Mud pump

• Blowout preventer

• Derrick

• Drill bit

Which component is used to mix the drilling fluid with additives?

• Mud mixer

• Shale shaker

• Derrick

• Rotary table

How does the circulating system help in cooling the drill bit?

• By providing air conditioning

• By circulating drilling fluid around the drill bit

• By using fans

• By stopping the drilling process

What is the purpose of the rotary table in the circulating system?

• To rotate the drill string

• To store drilling fluid

• To remove solids from the fluid

• To mix the drilling fluid

Which component ensures that the drilling fluid is free from large particles?

• Mud pump

• Shale shaker

• Blowout preventer

• Derrick