Question

How much amount of steam is required to remove 1 ton of ash from the steam jet ash handling system?

(a) 100kg

(b) 450kg

(c) 65kg

(d) 200kg

I have been asked this question by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.

Question is taken from Cool and Ash Handling System in chapter Steam Power Plant of Energy Engineering

Answer 1

Right option is (a) 100kg

Best explanation: 100 kg of steam is required to remove 1 ton of ash. Since the steam let out is at very high velocity, 1 ton of ash can be easily moved to compare and balancing to its weight ratio. And this wholesome amount of steam is generated by the boiler present in the plant.