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ENERGY Physics Set 2

The document outlines the examination structure for the Energy Physics course at National College, Tiruchirappalli, for the April 2022 semester. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay-type questions covering various topics related to energy sources, fossil fuels, solar energy, and biomass. The exam is divided into three sections, with a total of 75 marks available.

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ENERGY Physics Set 2

The document outlines the examination structure for the Energy Physics course at National College, Tiruchirappalli, for the April 2022 semester. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay-type questions covering various topics related to energy sources, fossil fuels, solar energy, and biomass. The exam is divided into three sections, with a total of 75 marks available.

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NATIONAL COLLEGE (Autonomous), TIRUCHIRAPALLLI-620 001

U.G., Degree Examinations-April 2022


FOURTH SEMESTER
NON MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSE 1: ENERGY PHYSICS
Time: 3hours Max.Marks :75
SECTION-A (20×1=20Marks)
Choose the correct answer
1.The are renewable energy sources contains
a) High volatile b)no organic matter c) high pollution d)more energy waste
2: Energy is released from fossil fuels when they are
a) Pumped b) cooled c) pressurized d)burned
3 : Which of the following energy has the greatest potential among all the sources
of renewable energy?
a) Solar energy b) wind energy c) thermal energy d) hydroelectrical energy
4. The example for renewable energy source is
a) natural gas b)solar energy c)coal d)oil
5: the upper layer of the convective zone is called the
a)chromosphere b)corona c) photosphere d)Nanospheres
6: In solar heater the temperature of the hot water delivered ranges from ______
degree Celsius
a) 30 to 50 b) 50 to 70 c)70 to 90 d)80 to 100
7: The Neyveli Power station in Tamilnadu which uses ---- as fuel.
a) Anthracite b) lignite c) peat d) bituminous
8. The earth atmosphere assumed to go to ______ from the surface of the
a)25km b)50 c)75 d)100
9. When solar radiation is the incident on solar cells a generates
a)AC electricity b) hydro electricity c)static electricity d) DC electricity

10: At low temperature conditions the generation of biogas is


a) More b) less c) nil d) very large
11. They Aerobic digestion of sewage is used to produce
a) Synthetic fuels b)metal articles c)biomass d)biofuels
12. The term biomass most often refers to
a) Ammonium compounds b) chemicals c) organic matter d) inorganic matter
13. The temperature combustion zone
a) 600c to 900c b) 900c to 1200c c) 1200c to 1500c d) 1500c to 1800c
14. Which one of the following causes global warming?
a)oxygen b)carbon dioxide c)nitrogen d) ethane
15. A tidal barrage is barrier built over a
a) River end b)river bed c)estuary d)starting river
16.when solar radiation is incident on solar cells generates
a)ac electricity b)dc electricity c)static electricity d)current electricity
17.The ozone layer protects from life on the earth from harmful
a)microwaves b) ir rays c) uv rays d)x-rays
18.the latent heat storage is the phase transformation of
a) solid to liquid b)liquid to solid c) vapour to liquid d) solid to vapour
19.the dissociation hydrogen and oxygen takes place if the water is heated about
a)3000k b)4000k c) 5000k d)6000k
20. The electrolysis cell is used to produce hydrogen and oxygen
a) Solid waste b) soil c) water d) wood
Section B(5×5=25 Marks)
Answer ALL the questions
Each answer should not exceed 300words
21.(a)Explain briefly various forms of energy sources?
OR
(b)What are fossil fuels? . Mention the applications of conventional energy
sources.
22. (a)Explain With the neat diagram of commercial type solar water heater
OR
(b)Discuss the nature of solar radiation on the earth surface
23. (a)Explain the various steps and conditions involved in photosynthesis.
OR
(b)What are the types of Gobar gas plants? Explain in detail
24. (a)Explain briefly different types of wind power plant. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of wind energy?
OR
(b) Write notes on geothermal resources.
25.(a)Explain briefly Energy crisis and the possible solutions for modern society.
OR
(b) Discuss about hydrogen as a fuel

SECTION C (3×10=30 Marks)


Answer any three questions
Each answer should not exceed 1200 words
26.What is meant by renewable energy sources? Explain different
renewable energy resources..

27.Explain With the neat diagram of box type solar cooker and mention
their advantages.

28.Explain the Bio mass Gasification process and also with the explain
downdraft gasifier system.

29. Describe the ocean thermal energy (open cycle) conversion with the
suitable diagram.
30. Describe the various energy storage systems and its impact

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