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AdvantagesT
-The fuel used is quite cheap.
-Less initial cost as compared to other generating plants.
-It can beinstalled at any place iirespective of the existence of coal. The coal can be
transported to the site of the plant by rail or road.
-It require less space as compared to Hydro power plants.
-Cost of generation is less than that of diesel power plants.
Disadvantages
-It pollutes the atmosphere due to production of large amount of smoke and fumes.
-It is costlier in running cost as compared to Hydro electric plants.
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∙ 9y agoSteam powered engines propelled the Industrial Revolution, and changed the way work was done. People no longer simply worked endlessly, without a defined amount of pay or productivity. They were paid by an hourly rate for the first time. Through the steam engine, industrialization made products faster, and in greater abundance, reducing the cost of everyday items. As a result, workers had more discretionary income, and were able to devote additional time to leisure-time activities.
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What kind of coal used in a steam generating plant?
Black coal will be used in steam generators.
What kind of plant reproduction occurs when a root stem or leaf producers a new plant?
its a type of propigation either the leaf, root, or steam. how this works is they take a peice of the root leaf and or stem into the soil with a piece of the plant sticking out of the soil. what happens is an the plant grows from these they will star growing roots and root hairs(which absorbs water and nutrients)
What two ways are plant cells different from animal cells?
Plants have two main differences from animals. They have a cell wall and chloroplasts. The cell wall is like an additional plasma membrane except it's stiff and gives the plant support. The chloroplasts are what makes photosynthesis possible.
What type of matter is steam?
Yes, steam is matter. It's considered a liquid AND a gas. When it's more than one state of matter, it is considered being in a "colloidal state".
What is meant by soda boiling of a new install boiler plant?
soda boiling of boiler means removing of oil traces and mill scales of boiler tube material with mild steam heating of filled boiler water and allowing to circulate naturally
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a steam ship?
they are larger
What are the advantages and and disadvantages of steam turbine?
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What has the author George Frederick Gebhardt written?
George Frederick Gebhardt has written: 'Steam power plant engineering' 'Steam power plant engineering' -- subject(s): Steam power plants
What is miniature steam power plant?
A miniature steam power plant is a place where willy wonka allowed his oompa loompas to stay on holidays.
Advantages of steam power plant over diesel power plant?
1. Can be made in much greater output plants 2. Steam plants can use a variety of fuel sources including nuclear fuel, whilst diesel fuel is more expensive and best reserved for transport use.
What is the use of cooling tower in power plant?
first mention which power plant in steam pp out come of the steam is cooled after it again passes through into the turbine
What is used to carry steam and water in a power plant?
We see the wide use of pipe to carry steam and water in a power plant. Insulation is applied where necessary.
What is STG power plant?
STG stands for steam turbine generator which is one component of a power plant
Will the steam power plant works without condenser?
no
How is steam produced at a power plant?
By heating water
What is the steam of a power plant use for?
To drive a steam turbine which is coupled to an electrical generator
Advantages and disadvantages on steam engine?
Steam engine advantages Any suitable form of energy can be used to make steam Not affected much by high altitudes Water can be re-used Steam engine disadvantages Has low efficiency, around 30% Are expensive to buy and run Give off a lot of pollution Take time to start Dangerous to use because of high pressure of steam Only 30% of the steam is used Lots of energy is needed to make the steam
