GATE AE 2022 • Q23 MCQ • 1 Mark

Propulsion

Air-Breathing & Rocket Propulsion

Subtopic: Engine Thermodynamic Cycles

Question Statement:

The region of highest static temperature in a rocket engine and the region of highest heat flux are ____________, respectively.

Options:

  • (A) nozzle throat and nozzle entry
  • (B) combustion chamber and nozzle throat
  • (C) nozzle exit and nozzle throat
  • (D) nozzle throat and combustion chamber

Official Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2022 Q.23)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Air-Breathing & Rocket Propulsion** under *Propulsion* (1 Mark, MCQ). **2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**: - Applying standard governing principles of Air-Breathing & Rocket Propulsion. - Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria. **3. Final Answer**: Correct Option is **(A)**.

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