IMPORTANT QUESTIONS

CHAPTER 5

Q.1 Explain the processes involved in CARNOT cycle with the help of its P-V and T-S
diagram. Also derive the expression for its efficiency.

Q.2 Explain the processes involved in OTTO cycle with the help of its P-V and T-S diagram.
Also derive the expression for its efficiency.

Q.3 Explain the processes involved in DIESEL cycle with the help of its P-V and T-S
diagram. Also derive the expression for its efficiency.

Q.4 Explain the processes involved in DUAL cycle with the help of its P-V and T-S diagram.
Also derive the expression for its efficiency.

Q.5 Explain the working principle of SPARK IGNITION ENGINES. Also state their merits,
demerits and applications

Q.6 Explain the working principle of COMPRESSION IGNITION ENGINES. Also state
their merits, demerits and applications

Q.7 Compare or differentiate S.I. and C.I. Engines

Q.8 Explain the following terms: Compression Ratio, Clearance Volume, Cylinder Bore,
Piston Stroke, Calorific Value, Mean Effective Pressure (M.E.P.), Indicated Power, Brake
Power, Mechanical Efficiency, Overall Efficiency, Relative Efficiency, Volumetric
Efficiency, Cut-off Ratio, Swept Volume, Crank Throw, Diagram Factor

Q.9 Explain the theoretical and actual indicator diagram for a steam engine

Q.10 Explain the working principle of OTTO CYCLE ENGINES

Q.11 Explain the working principle of DIESEL CYCLE/ DIESEL/ COMPRESSION

IGNITION ENGINES.

Q.12 Compare or differentiate 4-stroke and 2-stroke Engines

Q.13 Explain the working principle of 4-STROKE PETROL ENGINE. Also state its merits,
demerits and applications

Q.14 Explain the working principle of 4-STROKE DIESEL ENGINE. Also state its merits,
demerits and applications

Q.15 Explain the working principle of 2-STROKE PETROL ENGINE. Also state its merits,
demerits and applications
Q.16 Explain the working principle of 2-STROKE DIESEL ENGINE. Also state its merits,
demerits and applications

Q.17 State the working principle, components, function and applications of a steam engine

Q.18 Why cooling of an I.C. Engine is important?

Q.19 For the same compression ratio, maximum pressure and heat supplied, state the order of
decreasing air standard efficiency of Otto, diesel and dual cycle.

Q.20 What is an Indicator Diagram and how is it obtained?