Test Questions & Answers Chapter 26 Process Auxiliaries

Introduction to Process Technology (NAPTA)

Chapter 26 Process Auxiliaries

1) Which of the following is the most common auxiliary system?

A) Flare system

B) Amine system

C) Fluidized bed system

D) Nitrogen header system

Page Ref: 338

Objective: 26.1 Describe the purpose or function of the different process auxiliary systems and their applications: flare system, refrigeration system, lubrication system, hot oil system, amine system

Blooms Level: Remember

2) What is used to burn off flammable excess (or waste) substances?

A) Incinerator

B) Flare system

C) Hot oil system

D) Evaporator

Page Ref: 339

Objective: 26.2 Discuss the equipment associated with flare systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

3) When are flare systems heavily used?

A) During plant decommissioning procedures

B) During startup of equipment

C) During cleaning of equipment

D) All of the above

Page Ref: 339

Objective: 26.2 Discuss the equipment associated with flare systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

4) What is the pipe system that connects process unit vents to the flare?

A) Flare stack

B) Flare header

C) Knockout drum

D) Steam ring

Page Ref: 339

Objective: 26.2 Discuss the equipment associated with flare systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

5) What type of refrigeration system use a refrigerant for cooling?

A) Absorption

B) Functional

C) Mechanical

D) Evaporation

Page Ref: 340

Objective: 26.3 Discuss the components associated with refrigeration systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

6) What component of mechanical refrigeration systems is a heat exchanger that uses the refrigerant to remove heat and, in the process, the refrigerant evaporates?

A) Receiver

B) Compressor

C) Evaporator

D) Condenser

Page Ref: 341

Objective: 26.3 Discuss the components associated with refrigeration systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

7) What component of mechanical refrigeration systems is a device used to increase the pressure of a refrigerant in the gas phase?

A) Receiver

B) Compressor

C) Evaporator

D) Condenser

Page Ref: 341

Objective: 26.3 Discuss the components associated with refrigeration systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

8) Which of the following is a common lubricant?

A) Water

B) Grease

C) Steam

D) Natural gas

Page Ref: 341

Objective: 26.4 Discuss the components associated with lubrication systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Remember

9) Which component of lubrication systems is a device that removes contaminants and particulates from the lubricant prior to circulation through a system?

A) Cooler

B) Filter

C) Pump

D) Lube oil reservoir tank

Page Ref: 341

Objective: 26.4 Discuss the components associated with lubrication systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

10) Which method of supplying lubricants to equipment uses handheld devices?

A) Grease guns

B) Hot oil system

C) Glass bottle oiler cup

D) Automatic grease lubricator

Page Ref: 341

Objective: 26.4 Discuss the components associated with lubrication systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

11) Which component of a hot oil system moves oil through the circulation and heating systems?

A) Storage tank

B) Oil pump

C) Oil circulation system

D) Oil heating system

Page Ref: 342

Objective: 26.5 Discuss the components associated with hot oil systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

12) Which component of a hot oil system is a heater or furnace that raises the temperature of the oil to the desired temperature?

A) Storage tank

B) Oil pump

C) Oil circulation system

D) Oil heating system

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Objective: 26.5 Discuss the components associated with hot oil systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

13) What is a common use of an amine system?

A) To remove chemicals from water

B) To remove wastewater from a plant

C) To remove CO2 from a synthesized gas stream

D) To burn unwanted gases before they are released into the atmosphere

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Objective: 26.6 Discuss the components associated with amine, fluidized bed, and nitrogen header systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

14) What is the name of the vessel where the rich amine is dropped lower in pressure and then heated?

A) Contactor

B) Absorber

C) Fluidizer

D) Regenerator

Page Ref: 343

Objective: 26.6 Discuss the components associated with amine, fluidized bed, and nitrogen header systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

15) What system uses motive gas to make a solid particulate substance flow like a liquid?

A) Hot oil system

B) Fluidized bed system

C) Nitrogen header system

D) Flare system

Page Ref: 343

Objective: 26.6 Discuss the components associated with amine, fluidized bed, and nitrogen header systems found in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

16) Which of the following improper operation is least likely cause exposure to toxic fumes?

A) Flare pilot or burner not lit

B) Failure to line up purge gas to flare stack

C) Refrigerant leak

D) Loss of lubrication on equipment

Page Ref: 344-345

Objective: 26.7 Describe operational hazards, monitoring, and maintenance related to auxiliary processes

Blooms Level: Understand

17) Which of the following improper operation would most likely lead to potential fire or explosion?

A) Refrigerant leak

B) Regenerator temperature too low

C) Amine temperature in contactor too high

D) Loss of lubrication on equipment

Page Ref: 344-345

Objective: 26.7 Describe operational hazards, monitoring, and maintenance related to auxiliary processes

Blooms Level: Understand

18) Which of the following is a maintenance activity for refrigeration systems?

A) Check the expansion valve

B) Check pilot gas regulator for proper flow

C) Check that the pilot is lit

D) Check purge gas for proper flow

Page Ref: 345

Objective: 26.7 Describe operational hazards, monitoring, and maintenance related to auxiliary processes

Blooms Level: Understand