Chemical Engineering Plant Design Quiz

What is the primary role of a chemical engineer in plant design?

• Maximize profit

• Convert raw materials into products in an optimum and safest way

• Maintain plant operations

• Ensure environmental compliance

What is a major responsibility of a cost engineer?

• Overall design coordination

• Economic evaluation of the design

• Safety inspection

• Process optimization

Which of the following is essential for developing profitable plant designs?

• Manual calculations

• High-speed computers

• Increased overdesign

• Reduced production capacity

What should be considered for operational and maintenance activities in plant design?

• Minimizing space for maintenance

• Placement of control valves for accessibility

• Reducing the number of control valves

• Simplifying equipment installation

Which factor is crucial in determining costs and total profits in plant design?

• Volume of production

• Quality of raw materials

• Brand value

• Employee satisfaction

What is the main aim of cost estimation in plant design?

• Reduce labor costs

• Determine accurate cost estimations

• Increase fixed costs

• Simplify production processes

What does the profitability of investments depend on in plant design?

• Reduced production costs only

• Taxes, insurance, and manufacturing costs

• Employee salaries

• Customer feedback

Which is NOT a method for formaldehyde production mentioned in the presentation?

• Catalytic Dehydrogenation of Methanol

• Controlled Oxidation of Natural Gas

• Direct Reaction Between CO and H₂

• Electrolysis of Methane

What is the basis for optimum economic design in plant design?

• Least total cost

• Highest production rate

• Maximum use of raw materials

• Simplest design

What is the key variable in the optimum operation design for catalytic oxidation of sulfur dioxide to sulfur trioxide?

• Gas rate

• Converter size

• Temperature

• Catalyst type