Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #268 (Set 9)

The main propulsion turbine can be damaged by __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — water carryover from the boilers

Boiler water carryover introduces abrasive dissolved solids and moisture droplets at high velocity, causing severe turbine blade erosion, thermal shock, and potential structural destruction of high-speed blading.

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