Hydraulic Systems Quiz

What is the primary function of a hydraulic system?

• To generate electricity

• To transfer mechanical power using fluid

• To reduce friction

• To store energy

Which principle states that pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted equally in all directions?

• Bernoulli's Principle

• Pascal's Law

• Boyle's Law

• Newton's Law

Which fluid is most commonly used in hydraulic systems?

• Water

• Oil

• Air

• Mercury

What is the function of a hydraulic pump?

• To convert hydraulic energy to mechanical energy

• To regulate flow

• To pressurize and move fluid

• To store fluid

Which device controls the flow of hydraulic fluid?

• Actuator

• Pump

• Valve

• Filter

What does a hydraulic accumulator do?

• Stores energy in fluid

• Reduces pressure

• Filters contaminants

• Increases temperature

Which type of hydraulic pump is most commonly used?

• Centrifugal Pump

• Gear Pump

• Jet Pump

• Reciprocating Pump

What is cavitation in a hydraulic system?

• Formation of vapor bubbles in the fluid

• Leakage in a hydraulic circuit

• Overheating of the fluid

• Fluid contamination

What is the primary advantage of using hydraulic systems?

• High efficiency and precise control

• No need for maintenance

• Low pressure operation

• Cheap operation

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Which component converts hydraulic energy into mechanical motion?

• Valve

• Actuator

• Reservoir

• Filter