Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #436 (Set 15)

According to the illustration of a typical boiler furnace rear wall, which item number would best represent "insulating block"? Illustration SG-0003

USCG Exam Illustration SG-0003
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration SG-0003
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 7

In standard marine boiler refractory diagrams such as SG-0003, item 7 designates the backup insulating block layer positioned behind the dense firebrick face to minimize casing heat loss.

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