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There are four (4) boilers installed in MSU main power plant. Boiler #3 is currently operating using the fuel of natural gas. (Please Refer to the Provide Images of pictures of MSU Plant Gauges, Operating Devices)

(a)Provide Steam Flow Rates (lb/hr) for each operating boiler (hint: Please refer to the provided gauge panel picture image) (b)Provide the (1) Main stream pressure in Psig (See the top of the middle panel gauge) (c) Find the equivalent Temperature ("F)

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Nonetheless, I can help explain the general process on how to read and interpret the information from a boiler gauge panel.

1. **Steam Flow Rates (lb/hr) for each operating boiler:** These can typically be read off a gauge or digital panel on the boiler. The unit lb/hr stands for pounds per hour, which measures the mass flow rate of the steam.

2. **Main Steam Pressure (Psig):** This is usually displayed on a pressure gauge at the top of the boiler's control panel. The unit Psig stands for pounds per square inch gauge, which measures the pressure of the steam within the boiler.

3. **Equivalent Temperature (°F):** This is a little more complicated. Steam tables or steam charts are often used to find the equivalent temperature for a given pressure. These tables or charts provide the relationship between steam pressure and temperature.

However, without the specific data from the MSU Plant, it's hard to provide exact numbers for these. You might want to consult with your teacher or classmates to interpret the images or gauge readings. If you have any more questions about these concepts or if anything is unclear, please let me know! I'm here to help.

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