Mechanical Engineering Basic Level - 1000 MCQs
1. The second law of thermodynamics states that:
A) Energy can neither be created nor destroyed
B) The entropy of an isolated system always increases
C) Heat can be completely converted into work
D) Internal energy is a function of pressure and volume
Answer: B) The entropy of an isolated system always increases
2. The efficiency of a Carnot engine depends on:
A) The working substance
B) The temperature of the source and sink
C) The volume of the working fluid
D) The type of fuel used
Answer: B) The temperature of the source and sink
3. Bernoullis equation is derived from the principle of:
A) Conservation of mass
B) Conservation of momentum
C) Conservation of energy
D) Conservation of temperature
Answer: C) Conservation of energy
4. A fluid with zero viscosity is called:
A) Superfluid
B) Ideal fluid
C) Real fluid
D) Newtonian fluid
Answer: B) Ideal fluid
5. The ratio of lateral strain to longitudinal strain is called:
A) Youngs modulus
B) Poissons ratio
C) Bulk modulus
D) Modulus of rigidity
Answer: B) Poissons ratio
6. A material that can undergo large plastic deformation before failure is said to have:
A) High toughness
B) High brittleness
C) High hardness
D) Low strength
Answer: A) High toughness
7. A key in mechanical systems is used to:
A) Reduce friction
B) Transmit torque
C) Absorb vibrations
D) Provide lubrication
Answer: B) Transmit torque
8. In a bolted joint, the main function of the washer is to:
A) Provide a smooth surface
B) Increase friction
C) Reduce the preload on the bolt
D) Distribute the load over a larger area
Answer: D) Distribute the load over a larger area
9. The primary purpose of annealing in metals is to:
A) Increase hardness
B) Improve machinability
C) Induce residual stresses
D) Reduce grain growth
Answer: B) Improve machinability
10. Which type of welding does not use a filler material?
A) Gas welding
B) Arc welding
C) TIG welding
D) Resistance welding
Answer: D) Resistance welding