If the energy balance in the chemical reaction within the thrust chamber is thought of as a two-step process, what is the initial step in the process?

Adiabatic chemical reaction at the reference temperature

Isentropic chemical reaction at the reference temperature

Isothermal chemical reaction at the reference temperature

Heating of gases with the energy release from the chemical reaction

Correct Answer : Isothermal chemical reaction at the reference temperature

Explanation : The energy balance can be thought of as a two-step process. The first step involved in the isothermal chemical reaction of the propellants at the reference temperature. The second step involves the resultant gases having their temperature raised by the heat released from the previous chemical reaction.

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1-methyl-1, 2-dicyclopropyl cyclopropane is also called as _______

RP-1

Jet fuel

Syntin

Kerosene

Correct Answer : Option (C) : Syntin

Explanation : Syntin is a high-energy formulation briefly used in the upper stages of rockets developed by the Soviet Union. Its molecular formula is C₁₀H₁₆ and it is a mixture of 4 stereoisomers.

The fuel which releases the most energy per unit mass of combustion is ______

RP-1

LH₂

Kerosene

Methane

Correct Answer : Option (B) : LH₂

Explaination : Compared to hydrocarbon fuels, liquid hydrogen delivers most energy per unit mass of combustion. Any hydrocarbon fuel, when subjected to combustion produces more pollution than LH₂.

Which of the following fuels were used in the first stage of Titan I?

RP-1

RDX

HMX

None of the above

Correct Answer : Option (A) : RP-1

Explanation : RP-1 fuel is used in the first stage of Titan 1. Other than that, it was also used in the first stages of Saturn V, Energeia, Saturn I and IB etc. It is a cheaper and less explosive alternative to LH₂.