Posted inQuiz Quiz: Gaseous Pollutants Control Techniques Posted by kanwar August 4, 2024No Comments 46 Gaseous Pollutants Control Techniques 1 / 15 1. The selection of the appropriate gaseous pollutant control device depends on various factors, including: A. The exhaust gas flow rate and temperature. B. The type and concentration of pollutants. C. All of the above. D. The desired removal efficiency. 2 / 15 2. Which of the following absorption mechanisms in a wet scrubber is MOST effective for removing highly soluble gases like ammonia (NH3)? A. Physical absorption B. Adsorption onto the liquid surface C. Chemical reaction with an acidic solution D. Condensation 3 / 15 3. In a dry scrubber system, the sorbent material typically reacts with the pollutant gas to form: A. A gaseous byproduct. B. A solid precipitate. C. A liquid effluent. D. A colloidal suspension. 4 / 15 4. The adsorption process in an adsorber is influenced by several factors. Which of these is LEAST likely to impact adsorption efficiency? A. Adsorber vessel material B. Temperature C. Pollutant concentration D. Humidity 5 / 15 5. In a thermal oxidizer, the “destruction efficiency” refers to: A. The percentage of pollutant removed from the exhaust gas. B. The amount of heat recovered from the process. C. The efficiency of fuel combustion. D. The ratio of pollutant inlet concentration to outlet concentration. 6 / 15 6. Which type of scrubber is MOST suitable for removing both particulate matter and acid gases from industrial exhaust streams? A. Wet scrubber B. Dry scrubber C. Adsorber D. Thermal oxidizer 7 / 15 7. Which type of thermal oxidizer offers the highest energy efficiency due to its heat recovery mechanism? A. Catalytic oxidizer B. Recuperative oxidizer C. Direct flame oxidizer D. Regenerative oxidizer 8 / 15 8. Which of the following is a common challenge in the operation of wet scrubbers? A. High energy consumption B. Limited removal efficiency for particulate matter C. Scaling and fouling due to dissolved solids in the scrubbing liquid D. Difficulty in handling dry waste products 9 / 15 9. A venturi scrubber achieves high collection efficiency for fine particulate matter primarily due to: A. Its large cross-sectional area. B. The use of a packed bed C. High gas velocity and turbulence creating fine liquid droplets D. Its low pressure drop. 10 / 15 10. In a catalytic oxidizer, the catalyst primarily functions to: A. Reduce the formation of NOx. B. Increase the residence time of pollutants in the system. C. Lower the activation energy for oxidation reactions. D. Increase the combustion temperature. 11 / 15 11. The “breakthrough point” in an adsorber refers to: A. The point at which the pollutant concentration in the outlet gas exceeds a predetermined limit. B. The point at which the adsorbent bed starts to regenerate. C. The point at which the temperature in the adsorber reaches its maximum limit. D. The point at which the adsorbent is fully saturated and can no longer adsorb pollutants. 12 / 15 12. In a regenerative thermal oxidizer, the heat exchange media (ceramic beds) serve to: A. Reduce the formation of NOx. B. Catalyze the oxidation reactions. C. Increase the combustion temperature. D. Pre-heat the incoming exhaust gas and recover heat from the outgoing clean gas. 13 / 15 13. Which adsorbent material is known for its high capacity for removing a wide range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)? A. Activated carbon B. Zeolites C. Limestone D. Silica gel 14 / 15 14. Which of the following is a major advantage of using a catalytic oxidizer over a direct flame oxidizer? A. Higher destruction efficiency for a wider range of pollutants. B. Lower operating temperatures, leading to reduced energy consumption and NOx formation. C. Ability to handle high concentrations of particulate matter. D. No need for additional fuel to sustain combustion. 15 / 15 15. In a packed tower wet scrubber, the packing material serves primarily to: A. Increase the gas flow velocity. B. Reduce the pressure drop across the scrubber. C. Increase the contact surface area between gas and liquid. D. Enhance the chemical reaction rate. The average score is 54% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Send feedback Author kanwar Kanwar Bhan Godara UGC NET JRF Environmental Science View all posts kanwar Kanwar Bhan Godara UGC NET JRF Environmental Science View All Posts Post navigation Previous Post The Green Clean: Bioremediation for a Sustainable TomorrowNext Post17: Nature’s Secret Code for a Greener Future