Engine Components Friday Quiz

What is the primary function of the engine's camshaft?

• To open and close the engine's valves at the correct times

• To control the fuel injection system

• To regulate the engine's temperature

• To drive the alternator

Which component is responsible for mixing air and fuel in a petrol engine?

• Carburetor

• Turbocharger

• Radiator

• Exhaust manifold

What does the term 'compression ratio' refer to in an engine?

• The ratio of the volume of the combustion chamber at its largest capacity to its smallest capacity

• The ratio of the engine's power output to its fuel consumption

• The ratio of the engine's weight to its displacement

• The ratio of the intake air pressure to the exhaust pressure

Which part of the engine converts linear motion into rotational motion?

• Crankshaft

• Camshaft

• Piston

• Flywheel

What is the function of the engine's oil pump?

• To circulate oil throughout the engine for lubrication

• To pump fuel into the combustion chamber

• To remove exhaust gases from the engine

• To cool the engine

Which component helps to reduce engine vibrations?

• Harmonic balancer

• Turbocharger

• Fuel injector

• Radiator

What is the purpose of the engine's thermostat?

• To regulate the engine's operating temperature

• To control the air-fuel mixture

• To manage the ignition timing

• To drive the alternator

Which type of engine uses a spark plug to ignite the air-fuel mixture?

• Petrol engine

• Diesel engine

• Electric engine

• Hybrid engine

What is the main function of the engine's flywheel?

• To store rotational energy and smooth out the engine's power delivery

• To pump fuel into the combustion chamber

• To control the engine's temperature

• To drive the alternator

Which component is responsible for the removal of exhaust gases from the engine?