Explore topic-wise MCQs in Environmental Engineering.

This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Environmental Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The superficial velocity in a stratified bed is equal to __________

A. Terminal settling velocity
B. Terminal settling velocity * porosity
C. Terminal settling velocity * (porosity)<sup>2</sup>
D. Terminal settling velocity * (porosity)<sup>4.5</sup>
Answer» E.
2.

When does the particle become suspended in an expanded bed?

A. When superficial velocity is greater than critical velocity
B. When superficial velocity is less than critical velocity
C. When superficial velocity is equal to critical velocity
D. When superficial velocity is constant
Answer» D. When superficial velocity is constant
3.

Rose equation is valid for beds in which voids are clear and unobstructed.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
4.

The value of Reynolds number R is 1.5. The coefficient of drag is?

A. 8
B. 10
C. 12
D. 16
Answer» E.
5.

When the Reynolds number is greater than 1.9 but less than 500, the coefficient of drag CD is?

A. CD = 24/R
B. CD = R/24
C. CD = 18.5/R<sup>0.6</sup>
D. CD = R<sup>0.6</sup>/18.5
Answer» D. CD = R<sup>0.6</sup>/18.5
6.

Which of the following has the highest shape factor as stated by Carmen?

A. Ottawa sand
B. Pulverized coal
C. Rounded coal
D. Angular sand
Answer» B. Pulverized coal
7.

The head loss through the bed of solids of the filter can be determined by __________

A. Carmen-Kozney equation
B. Rose equation
C. Carmen-Kozney and Rose equation
D. Charles equation
Answer» D. Charles equation