Question 1) Write brief notes on:
a) What is the significance of electric power plants?
b) What do you mean by ‘Direct energy conversion systems’? Write down the different direct energy conversion systems.
c) What is run-off? Write down the the factors affecting the run-off.
d) What is a mass curve? How the storage capacity is determined from it?
e) List the cost elements of a thermal power plant.
f) Write down the advantages of diesel plants over thermal power plants?
g) What is a moderator? Write down name of common moderators.
h) Explain the necessity of dust collection?
i) How wind power can be converted into electric power?
j) Distinguish between one region and two region reactors.
Question 2) Describe the factors considered for nuclear plant site selection.