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Fuel and Combustion Quiz

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Which of the following is the definition of a fuel?

Any substance that undergoes exothermal oxidation

Any substance used to produce heat or power by combustion (correct)

Any substance that produces light and heat

Any substance that evolves into combustion product and heat

What does the term 'combustion' refer to?

Exothermal oxidation of a fuel by air or oxygen at a rapid rate (correct)

Endothermal oxidation of a fuel by air or oxygen at a slow rate

The conversion of a fuel into a combustion product

The production of light and heat from a fuel

What are the products of the combustion of most fuels containing carbon or hydrogen?

Methane and sulfur dioxide

Carbon and sulfuric acid

Carbon monoxide and water vapor

Carbon dioxide and water (correct)

Which classification of fuels includes natural gas?

<p>Gaseous fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Wood' is an example of which type of fuel based on physical state?

<p>Solid fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Fuel Definition and Combustion

A fuel is a substance that produces energy when burned or ignited.
Combustion refers to a chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen that releases energy, usually in the form of heat and light.

Products of Combustion

The combustion of most fuels containing carbon or hydrogen produces carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) as products.

Fuel Classification

Natural gas is classified as a fossil fuel.

Classification by Physical State

Wood is an example of a solid fuel.

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Test your knowledge about fuels and combustion processes with this quiz. Learn about the chemical reactions involved in combustion and the different types of combustible substances used for heat and power production.