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GATE 2026 CH – Question 11

Fluid Mechanics and Mechanical Operations · Particle size, size reduction and classification · 1 mark · Multiple choice

Which one of the following is NOT a type of chain conveyor?

  1. apron conveyor
  2. bucket conveyor
  3. scraper conveyor
  4. screw conveyor

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Correct answer: (D) screw conveyor

Explanation

Apron, bucket (bucket elevator) and scraper conveyors all move the material with a chain that carries plates, buckets or flights. A screw conveyor moves the material with a rotating helical screw inside a trough and has no chain.