Steam Boilers, Engines, Nozzles and Turbines
Which of the following statement is correct for a compound steam engine?

The cost of the engine, for the same power and economy, is more than that of a simple steam engine
The temperature range per cylinder is increased, with corresponding increase in condensation
The forces in the working parts are increased as the forces are distributed over more parts
The ratio of expansion is reduced, thus reducing the length of stroke

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Steam Boilers, Engines, Nozzles and Turbines
The main object of a boiler trial is

To determine the thermal efficiency of the boiler when working at a definite pressure
To prepare heat balance sheet for the boiler
All of these
To determine the generating capacity of the boiler

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Steam Boilers, Engines, Nozzles and Turbines
For water, at pressures below atmospheric;

Melting point drops slightly and boiling point drops slightly
Melting point rises markedly and boiling point drops markedly
Melting point drops slightly and boiling point drops markedly
Melting point rises slightly and boiling point drops markedly

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