Q1: Production of one ton of steel plate in a modern integrated steel plant in India consumes about __________ kWh of electricity.

ANS:C - 450

Production of one ton of steel plate in a modern integrated steel plant in India consumes about 450 kWh of electricity. Integrated steel plants use electricity extensively in various stages of the steelmaking process, including heating, melting, refining, casting, rolling, and finishing. The energy consumption can vary depending on factors such as the technology used, the efficiency of the equipment, and the specific production processes employed in the plant. However, on average, the energy consumption for producing steel plate in such plants is estimated to be around 450 kWh per ton.