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Chapter 11: Pipe Layout

Valves, Controls, Sensors, and Actuators

1.
A device used In pipe systems to turn fluid flow on and off is a
A)connection.
B)fitting.
C)valve.
D)joint.
2.
A metal core inside a metallic winding is called a(n)
A)center core.
B)solenoid.
C)coil.
D)actuator.
3.
A valve that uses a spring-loaded disc to regulate flow and pressure in a pipe is a
A)directional valve.
B)needle valve.
C)butterfly valve.
D)globe valve.
4.
A valve that works by squeezing flexible tubing to reduce or stop the flow of fluid is a
A)flex valve.
B)needle valve.
C)pinch valve.
D)sponge valve.
5.
A device that controls the buildup of pressure in a system is a
A)pressure release valve.
B)pressure control valve.
C)pressure check valve.
D)pressure relief valve.
6.
A type of actuator that has a cylinder that moves back and forth in a housing when hydraulic or pneumatic pressure is applied is a
A)tubular actuator.
B)cylinder.
C)robotic arm.
D)pump actuator.
7.
A device with a shaft that rotates when a pressurized fluid is allowed to flow through, driving a paddle vane mechanism inside, is a
A)hydraulic generator.
B)hydraulic pump.
C)pneumatic motor.
D)hydraulic motor.
8.
A device that measures and indicates some property of fluid flow, such as pressure or temperature, in a pipe system is a
A)controller.
B)solenoid.
C)sensor.
D)fluid control gage.
9.
A device that allows the flow of fluid in one direction only is a
A)stop valve.
B)correction valve.
C)directional valve.
D)check valve.
10.
A type of valve that has a tapered component that rises to allow the flow of fluid and lowers to block the flow is a
A)globe valve.
B)gate valve.
C)taper valve.
D)butterfly valve.
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