The word ‘insolation’ means (1) matters which insulate (2) incoming solar radiation (3) insoluble matters (4) None of the above

The word ‘insolation’ means (1) matters which insulate (2) incoming solar radiation (3) insoluble matters (4) None of the above
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The word 'insulation' means – (1) matters which insulate (2) incoming solar radiation (3) insoluble matters (4) None of the above

Description : The word 'insulation' means – (1) matters which insulate (2) incoming solar radiation (3) insoluble matters (4) None of the above

Last Answer : (2) incoming solar radiation Explanation: Insolation is the solar radiation that reaches the earth's surface. It is measured by the amount of solar energy received per square centimeter per minute. Insolation affects temperature. The more the insolation, the higher is the temperature.

The available incoming solar radiation is known as: w) reflection x) insolation y) reradiation z) absorption

Description : The available incoming solar radiation is known as: w) reflection x) insolation y) reradiation z) absorption

Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- INSOLATION

The solar radiation coming to Earth is called – (1) Radiant energy (2) Insolation (3) Sunshine (4) Terrestrial radiation

Description : The solar radiation coming to Earth is called – (1) Radiant energy (2) Insolation (3) Sunshine (4) Terrestrial radiation

Last Answer : (2) Insolation Explanation: Insolation is the solar radiation that reaches the earth's surface. It is measured by the amount of solar energy received per square centimetre per minute. Insolation affects ... the rays of sunlight, the insolation is reduced in proportion to the cosine of the angle.

The solar radiation coming to Earth is called (1) Radiant energy (2) Insolation (3) Sunshine (4) Terrestrial radiation

Description : The solar radiation coming to Earth is called (1) Radiant energy (2) Insolation (3) Sunshine (4) Terrestrial radiation 

Last Answer : Insolation

Define : i) Diffuse radiation ii) Beam radiation ii) Insolation iv) Solar constant

Description : Define : i) Diffuse radiation ii) Beam radiation ii) Insolation iv) Solar constant

Last Answer : i) Diffuse radiation: It is the solar radiation which is scattered by the particles in earth's atmosphere and this radiation does not have any unique direction.  ii) Beam radiation: Solar radiation ... from the sun.  OR  It is the average radiation received outside the earth's atmosphere

Total incoming solar radiation is measured by

Description : Total incoming solar radiation is measured by

Last Answer : Ans. Pyranometer

Pick out the wrong statement. (A) Biological oxygen demand (B.O.D.) value of a sewerage sample is always lower than its chemical oxygen demand (C.O.D.) value (B) Environmental pollution by NOx emission is much higher by four stroke petrol engines as compared to the two stroke engines (C) Temperature in stratosphere rises with increasing altitude (D) The characteristic of a green house body is that it allows the long wavelength incoming solar radiation to come in but does not allow the short wavelength infra red radiation to escape out of the earth's atmosphere

Description : Pick out the wrong statement. (A) Biological oxygen demand (B.O.D.) value of a sewerage sample is always lower than its chemical oxygen demand (C.O.D.) value (B) Environmental pollution by ... in but does not allow the short wavelength infra red radiation to escape out of the earth's atmosphere

Last Answer : (D) The characteristic of a green house body is that it allows the long wavelength incoming solar radiation to come in but does not allow the short wavelength infra red radiation to escape out of the earth's atmosphere

A 'body' which allows the short wavelength incoming solar radiation to enter in, but does not allow long wave length outgoing infra red radiation to escape out is called the (A) Global warming (B) Green house (C) Atmospheric effect (D) Ionosphere

Description : A 'body' which allows the short wavelength incoming solar radiation to enter in, but does not allow long wave length outgoing infra red radiation to escape out is called the (A) Global warming (B) Green house (C) Atmospheric effect (D) Ionosphere

Last Answer : (B) Green house

The Greenhouse Effect is caused primarily by which of the following processes? w) blocking incoming short wave solar energy x) absorbing incoming short wave solar energy y) heating of the Earth's stratosphere z) absorbing outgoing long wave radiation from the Earth

Description : The Greenhouse Effect is caused primarily by which of the following processes? w) blocking incoming short wave solar energy x) absorbing incoming short wave solar energy y) heating of the Earth's stratosphere z) absorbing outgoing long wave radiation from the Earth

Last Answer : ANSWER: Z -- ABSORBING OUTGOING LONG WAVE RADIATION FROM THE EARTH 

Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of – (1) conduction (2) condensation (3) radiation (4) insolation

Description : Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of – (1) conduction (2) condensation (3) radiation (4) insolation

Last Answer : (3) radiation Explanation: Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights ... waves travel through vacuum, or through matter-containing media that are not required for their propagation.

The atmosphere is heated mainly by (1) Insolation (2) Conduction (3) Radiation (4) Convection

Description : The atmosphere is heated mainly by (1) Insolation (2) Conduction (3) Radiation (4) Convection

Last Answer : Radiation

Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of (1) conduction (2) condensation (3) radiation (4) insolation

Description : Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of (1) conduction (2) condensation (3) radiation (4) insolation

Last Answer : radiation

Which of the following options correctly explains the term heat budget? (1) It is a mode of transfer of heat through matter by molecular activity. (2) It is the balance between incoming and outgoing radiation. (3) It is the radiation from the earth in the form of long waves. (4) It is the amount of heat which the surface of earth receives from the sun.

Description : Which of the following options correctly explains the term heat budget? (1) It is a mode of transfer of heat through matter by molecular activity. (2) It is the balance between incoming and outgoing radiation. ... waves. (4) It is the amount of heat which the surface of earth receives from the sun.

Last Answer : (2) It is the balance between in-coming and outgoing radiation. Explanation: Incoming heat being absorbed by the Earth, and outgoing heat escaping the Earth in the form of radiation are both ... each passing year. This balance between incoming and outgoing heat is known as Earth's heat budget.

Which of the following options correctly explains the term heat budget? (1) It is a mode of transfer of heat through matter by molecular activity. (2) It is the balance between incoming and outgoing radiation (3) It is the radiation from the earth in the form of long waves. (4) It is the amount of heat which the surface of earth receives from the sun.

Description : Which of the following options correctly explains the term heat budget? (1) It is a mode of transfer of heat through matter by molecular activity. (2) It is the balance between incoming and outgoing radiation ... waves. (4) It is the amount of heat which the surface of earth receives from the sun.

Last Answer :  It is the balance between incoming and outgoing radiation

Even after sunset, the air near the Earth's surface continue to receive heat due to – (1) Insolation (2) Terrestrial Radiation (3) Conduction (4) Convection

Description : Even after sunset, the air near the Earth's surface continue to receive heat due to – (1) Insolation (2) Terrestrial Radiation (3) Conduction (4) Convection

Last Answer : (2) Terrestrial Radiation Explanation: Even after the sunset when the sun goes down, the incoming radiation from the sun stops, but there is still a lot of radiation that has been absorbed ... i.e. terrestrial radiation heats up the atmosphere more than the incoming solar radiation i.e. insolation

At which latitude, heat gain through insolation approximately equals heat loss through terrestrial radiation? (a) 22 1 2 ° North and South (b) 40° North and South (c) 42 1 2 ° North and South (d) 66° North and South

Description : At which latitude, heat gain through insolation approximately equals heat loss through terrestrial radiation? (a) 22 1 2 ° North and South (b) 40° North and South (c) 42 1 2 ° North and South (d) 66° North and South

Last Answer : (b) 40° North and South

It is the deposition of radiant energy as heat into an absorbing body.  a. Radiation  b. Ionization  c. Convection  d. Insolation

Description : It is the deposition of radiant energy as heat into an absorbing body.  a. Radiation  b. Ionization  c. Convection  d. Insolation

Last Answer : Insolation

Even after sunset, the air near the Earth’s surface continue to receive heat due to (1) Insolation (2) Terrestrial Radiation (3) Conduction (4) Convection

Description : Even after sunset, the air near the Earth’s surface continue to receive heat due to (1) Insolation (2) Terrestrial Radiation (3) Conduction (4) Convection

Last Answer : Terrestrial Radiation

The word ‘Insolation’ means –

Description : The word ‘Insolation’ means –

Last Answer : Incoming solar radiation

Which of the following factors contribute to formation of photochemical smog? 1. Stable atmosphere 2. NOx 3. Solar insolation 4. CO (a) 1, 2, 3, & 4 (b) 2, 3 & 4 only (c) 1 & 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Description : Which of the following factors contribute to formation of photochemical smog? 1. Stable atmosphere 2. NOx 3. Solar insolation 4. CO (a) 1, 2, 3, & 4 (b) 2, 3 & 4 only (c) 1 & 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Last Answer : (a) 1, 2, 3, & 4

The energy conversion efficiency of a solar cell does not depend on a) solar energy insolation b) inverter c) area of the solar cell d) maximum power output

Description : The energy conversion efficiency of a solar cell does not depend on a) solar energy insolation b) inverter c) area of the solar cell d) maximum power output

Last Answer : b) inverter

What is geostrophic balance? (a) The exact balance of incoming SW and outgoing LW radiation at the top of the atmosphere. (b) The exact balance of vertical pressure gradient and gravity in the atmosphere. (c) The exact balance of the Coriolis force, horizontal pressure gradient force and friction. (d) The exact balance of the Coriolis force and the horizontal pressure gradient force.

Description : What is geostrophic balance? (a) The exact balance of incoming SW and outgoing LW radiation at the top of the atmosphere. (b) The exact balance of vertical pressure gradient and gravity in ... friction. (d) The exact balance of the Coriolis force and the horizontal pressure gradient force.

Last Answer : (d) The exact balance of the Coriolis force and the horizontal pressure gradient force.

An automobile needs an antenna for its radio to play properly because: w) the automobile's tires insulate it from the ground. x) the automobile's body acts as a Faraday cage. y) when the automobile moves, the velocity of the radio signal appears changed with respect to when it is at rest. z) the transmitter also uses an antenna.

Description : An automobile needs an antenna for its radio to play properly because: w) the automobile's tires insulate it from the ground. x) the automobile's body acts as a Faraday cage. y) when the ... signal appears changed with respect to when it is at rest. z) the transmitter also uses an antenna.

Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- THE AUTOMOBILE'S BODY ACTS AS A FARADAY CAGE. 

Green House Effect' means (1) Pollution in houses in tropical region (2) Prevention of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer (3) Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases (4) Damage to green painted buildings

Description : Green House Effect' means (1) Pollution in houses in tropical region (2) Prevention of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer (3) Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases (4) Damage to green painted buildings

Last Answer : (3) Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases Explanation: The greenhouse effect occurs when Earth's atmosphere traps solar radiation because of the presence of certain gases, causing the ... , nitrous oxide (N2O) and other gases, ac-cording to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA

Green House Effect’ means (1) Pollution in houses in tropical region (2) Prevention of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer (3) Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases (4) Damage to green painted buildings

Description : Green House Effect’ means (1) Pollution in houses in tropical region (2) Prevention of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer (3) Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases (4) Damage to green painted buildings

Last Answer : Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric gases

Pick out the wrong statement. (A) Cellulose acetate membranes are used in dialysis process (B) Elutriation process refers to when the soluble material is largely concentrated on the surface of an insoluble solid and is simply washed off by the solvent (C) 'Cascade' means a group of stages interconnected so that various streamflow from one to another(D) Zirconia probe is used for the humidity measurement

Description : Pick out the wrong statement. (A) Cellulose acetate membranes are used in dialysis process (B) Elutriation process refers to when the soluble material is largely concentrated on the surface of an ... that various streamflow from one to another (D) Zirconia probe is used for the humidity measurement

Last Answer : (D) Zirconia probe is used for the humidity measurement

Substances insoluble in a membrane are carried across the membrane with the concentration gradient by means of a carrier molecule in a process known as: a) osmosis. b) diffusion. c) active transport. d) facilitated diffusion.

Description : Substances insoluble in a membrane are carried across the membrane with the concentration gradient by means of a carrier molecule in a process known as: a) osmosis. b) diffusion. c) active transport. d) facilitated diffusion.

Last Answer : ANSWER: D -- FACILITATED DIFFUSION.

When paralleling two alternators using three synchronizing lamps, the flickering of all three lamps becomes progressively slower and slower. This means the ______________. A. frequency of the incoming generator is approaching that of the bus B. frequency of the incoming alternator is less than that of the bus C. phase rotation of the incoming alternators is opposite to that of the bus D. terminal voltage of the incoming alternator is approaching that of the bus

Description : When paralleling two alternators using three synchronizing lamps, the flickering of all three lamps becomes progressively slower and slower. This means the ______________. A. frequency of the incoming ... the bus D. terminal voltage of the incoming alternator is approaching that of the bus

Last Answer : Answer: A

Knot is a measure of – (1) The speed of ship (2) The curvature of spherical objects (3) Solar radiation (4) Intensity of earthquake shock

Description : Knot is a measure of – (1) The speed of ship (2) The curvature of spherical objects (3) Solar radiation (4) Intensity of earthquake shock

Last Answer : (1) The speed of ship Explanation: The knot (pronounced not) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile (1.852 km) per hour, approximately 1.151 mph. There is no standard abbreviation but km is commonly used. The knot is a non-SI unit accepted for use with the International System of Units (SI).

Knot is a measure of – (1) Unit of speed (2) the curvature of spherical objects (3) solar radiation (4) intensiry of earthquake shock

Description : Knot is a measure of – (1) Unit of speed (2) the curvature of spherical objects (3) solar radiation (4) intensiry of earthquake shock

Last Answer : (1) Unit of speed Explanation: The Knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour. The ISO standerd symbol for the knot is Kn.

Pycnometer is an instrument used to measure the – (1) Density (2) Intensity of solar radiation (3) Intensity of earthquake (4) High temperatures

Description : Pycnometer is an instrument used to measure the – (1) Density (2) Intensity of solar radiation (3) Intensity of earthquake (4) High temperatures

Last Answer : (1) Density Explanation: A gas pycnometer is a laboratory device used for measuring the density - or more accurately the volume - of solids, be they regularly shaped, porous or non-porous, ... , employing some method of has displacement and the volume-pressure relationship known as Boyle's Law.

Pycnometer is an instrument used to measure the (1) density (2) intensity of solar radiation (3) intensity of earthquake (4) high temperatures

Description : Pycnometer is an instrument used to measure the (1) density (2) intensity of solar radiation (3) intensity of earthquake (4) high temperatures

Last Answer : density

Knot is a measure of (1) The speed of ship (2) The curvature of spherical objects (3) Solar radiation (4) Intensity of earthquake shock

Description : Knot is a measure of (1) The speed of ship (2) The curvature of spherical objects (3) Solar radiation (4) Intensity of earthquake shock

Last Answer : The speed of ship

Light houses are places with powerful lights to : (1) guide and resolve traffic jams in crowded metrocities during nights. (2) guide and help large crowds at religious gathering during nights. (3) indicate to the incoming warships, the location of a harbour during night. (4) guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean.

Description : Light houses are places with powerful lights to : (1) guide and resolve traffic jams in crowded metrocities during nights. (2) guide and help large crowds at religious gathering during nights. (3) ... harbour during night. (4) guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean.

Last Answer : (4) guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean. Explanation: A lighthouse is a tower, building, or other type of structure designed to emit light from a system of ... coastlines, hazardous shoals, reefs, safe entries to harbors, and can also assist in aerial navigation.

Light houses are places with powerful lights to : (1) guide and resolve traffic jams in crowded metro-cities during nights. (2) guide and help large crowds at religious gathering during nights. (3) indicate to the incoming warships, the location of a harbour during night. (4) guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean.

Description : Light houses are places with powerful lights to : (1) guide and resolve traffic jams in crowded metro-cities during nights. (2) guide and help large crowds at religious gathering during nights. (3) ... harbour during night. (4) guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean.

Last Answer : guide and warn the ships coming from different directions in the ocean.

Can I insulate the outside of a house?

Description : Can I insulate the outside of a house?

Last Answer : You might consider an EIFS system. Check it out here: http://www.wbdg.org/design/env_wall_eifs.php

Is it possible to insulate a shower afterwards?

Description : Soaking in the shower. Can it be insulated afterwards?

Last Answer : Yes you can! All you have to do is pick up the shower tray and improve the insulation underneath! If you soak under it, it is worth it as soon as possible!

How does the atmosphere help insulate the planet?

Description : How does the atmosphere help insulate the planet?

Last Answer : Need answer

How to Insulate Your Home Recording Studio With Soundproofing Foam?

Description : How to Insulate Your Home Recording Studio With Soundproofing Foam?

Last Answer : When you decide to take on building your own home recordingstudio, you will find that there many things you never expected tohave to think about. One of those things, will be ... will be carriedthroughout the walls if you do not accurately seal the spacebetween rooms before adding drywa

When using a megohmmeter to determine which shunt field coil is grounded in a DC machine, you must ____________. A. insulate the field frame from the ship's hull B. disconnect each shunt field coil before testing C. use a motor driven high capacity megohmmeter D. remove all main line lead connections before testing

Description : When using a megohmmeter to determine which shunt field coil is grounded in a DC machine, you must ____________. A. insulate the field frame from the ship's hull B. disconnect each shunt ... C. use a motor driven high capacity megohmmeter D. remove all main line lead connections before testing

Last Answer : Answer: B

In the illustrated motor, roller bearings are used because __________. EL-0001 A. of their ability to absorb moderate thrust loads B. they electrically insulate the rotor from the frame reducing cross-currents C. the shafting and end bells do not require as close a tolerance to properly fit this type of bearing D. the clearance between the rotor and stator is generally as close as mechanical tolerance will permit

Description : In the illustrated motor, roller bearings are used because __________. EL-0001 A. of their ability to absorb moderate thrust loads B. they electrically insulate the rotor from the frame reducing ... clearance between the rotor and stator is generally as close as mechanical tolerance will permit

Last Answer : Answer: D

When an alternator is to remain idle for even a few days _________________. A. lift the brushes and disconnect the pigtails B. insulate the collector rings with strips of cardboard C. energize the heater circuit D. open the equalizing bus disconnect switch

Description : When an alternator is to remain idle for even a few days _________________. A. lift the brushes and disconnect the pigtails B. insulate the collector rings with strips of cardboard C. energize the heater circuit D. open the equalizing bus disconnect switch

Last Answer : Answer: C

One function of the movable cams in a drum-type motor controller is to _____________. A. regulate the speed of the motor B. maintain resistance contacts in clean condition C. insulate the operating handle D. limit the amount of load put on the motor

Description : One function of the movable cams in a drum-type motor controller is to _____________. A. regulate the speed of the motor B. maintain resistance contacts in clean condition C. insulate the operating handle D. limit the amount of load put on the motor

Last Answer : Answer: A

As a general rule, the first troubleshooting action to be taken in checking faulty electric control devices is to _____________. A. draw a one line diagram of the circuitry B. test all fuses and measure the line voltage C. take megger readings D. insulate the apparatus from ground

Description : As a general rule, the first troubleshooting action to be taken in checking faulty electric control devices is to _____________. A. draw a one line diagram of the circuitry B. test all fuses and measure the line voltage C. take megger readings D. insulate the apparatus from ground

Last Answer : Answer: B

What is the proper procedure for suppressing electrical noise in a mobile station? A. Apply shielding and filtering where necessary B. Insulate a all plain sheet metal surfaces from each other C. Apply anti-static spray liberally to all nonmetallic D. Install filter capacitors in series with all dc wiring

Description : What is the proper procedure for suppressing electrical noise in a mobile station? A. Apply shielding and filtering where necessary B. Insulate a all plain sheet metal surfaces from each other C. ... -static spray liberally to all nonmetallic D. Install filter capacitors in series with all dc wiring

Last Answer : A. Apply shielding and filtering where necessary

Name the materials used to insulate the laminations of the core of induction motor.

Description : Name the materials used to insulate the laminations of the core of induction motor.

Last Answer : The materials used to insulate the laminations are kaolin and varnish.

The contacts of high voltage switches used in power system are submerged in oil. The main purpose of the oil is to (a) lubricate the contacts (b) insulate the contacts from switch body (c) extinguish the arc (d) all of the above (e) none of the above

Description : The contacts of high voltage switches used in power system are submerged in oil. The main purpose of the oil is to (a) lubricate the contacts (b) insulate the contacts from switch body (c) extinguish the arc (d) all of the above (e) none of the above

Last Answer : (c) extinguish the arc

A primary objective of dual exchange rates is to allow a country the ability to insulate its balance of payments from net: A. Current account transactions B. Unilateral transfers C. Merchandise trade transactions D. Capital account transactions

Description : A primary objective of dual exchange rates is to allow a country the ability to insulate its balance of payments from net: A. Current account transactions B. Unilateral transfers C. Merchandise trade transactions D. Capital account transactions

Last Answer : D. Capital account transactions

A primary objective of dual exchange rates is to allow a country the ability to insulate its balance of payments from net: A. Current account transactions B. Unilateral transfers C. Merchandise trade transactions D. Capital account transactions

Description : A primary objective of dual exchange rates is to allow a country the ability to insulate its balance of payments from net: A. Current account transactions B. Unilateral transfers C. Merchandise trade transactions D. Capital account transactions

Last Answer : D. Capital account transaction

Which exchange-rate mechanism is intended to insulate the balance of payments from short-term capital movements while providing exchange rate stability for commercial transactions? A. Dual Exchange Rates B. Managed Floating Exchange Rates C. Adjustable Pegged Exchange Rates D. Crawling Pegged Exchange Rates

Description : Which exchange-rate mechanism is intended to insulate the balance of payments from short-term capital movements while providing exchange rate stability for commercial transactions? A. Dual ... Floating Exchange Rates C. Adjustable Pegged Exchange Rates D. Crawling Pegged Exchange Rates

Last Answer : A. Dual Exchange Rates