Question 87Steam Plants - QMED
70% to passBabbitt is a metal alloy commonly used for lining _______________.
Ashim stock
Bsaltwater piping
Cvalve seats
Dprecision bearings
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) precision bearings. Babbitt is a soft metal alloy that is commonly used to line the interior of precision bearings, such as those found in marine engines, to provide a smooth and durable surface for the bearing to rotate against. The properties of Babbitt, including its low coefficient of friction and ability to conform to the shape of the bearing, make it well-suited for this application. The other answer choices are incorrect because shim stock is typically made of thin metal sheets, saltwater piping is usually made of corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel or copper-nickel alloys, and valve seats are often made of harder materials like steel or tungsten carbide.
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