Coal Combustion Process
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What is the main component of coal that significantly influences its energy content?

  • Hydrogen
  • Carbon (correct)
  • Nitrogen
  • Oxygen
  • How does the presence of hydrogen in coal impact its combustion properties?

  • Increases the calorific value (correct)
  • Reduces the heating value
  • Decreases the combustion efficiency
  • Has no impact on combustion properties
  • Which element found in coal can act as an impurity and affect the combustion process?

  • Carbon
  • Nitrogen (correct)
  • Oxygen
  • Hydrogen
  • In a coal-fired powerplant, which component's presence significantly alters the heating value and combustion properties of coal?

    <p>Carbon and Hydrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nitrogen in the combustion of coal?

    <p>Reacting with oxygen to produce nitrogen oxides that can float into the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do impurities like sulfur affect the combustion of coal?

    <p>Release fumes and harmful byproducts when burned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the combustion properties of coal?

    <p>Coal combustion can release harmful fumes and byproducts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is coal considered a versatile energy source?

    <p>It plays a role in multiple industries beyond electricity generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of heating coal with steam in gasification?

    <p>To produce 'town' gas for residential use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical building blocks can be produced from syngas obtained through coal gasification?

    <p>Methanol, ammonia, and urea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to the energy industry, which other industry does coal serve according to the text?

    <p>Textile manufacturing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What similarity do synthetic fuels produced from coal liquefaction have with petroleum?

    <p>Both have similar properties to diesel and gasoline</p> Signup and view all the answers

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