Question

Why single boiler unit per turbine is equipped commonly?

(a) For better turbine control

(b) To deduce the costs

(c) For overcoming losses of power

(d) To improve the efficiency

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I want to ask this question from Function of Boilers topic in portion Steam Generators & Accessories of Energy Engineering

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) For better turbine control

To elaborate: In modern power plants it is very common to use a single boiler unit per turbine. This leads to simpler piping systems and relatively easier boiler and better boiler control. And also operating is easier when the connection is made in this type.