Fuel Types and Classification Quiz

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What is the significance of having a lower ash content in coal?

  • It increases the combustion efficiency of coal.
  • It contributes to the formation of combustible gases in coal.
  • It enhances the transport and storage cost of coal.
  • It improves the calorific value of coal. (correct)

What is the main implication of higher volatile matter content in coal?

  • Escaping of unburnt matter (correct)
  • Reduced calorific value
  • Increased combustion efficiency
  • Formation of inert gases

Why is the presence of Sulphur considered undesirable in coal?

  • It contributes to improving combustion efficiency.
  • It reduces the calorific value of coal. (correct)
  • It decreases the moisture content of coal.
  • It enhances the ash content of coal.

How does the fixed carbon content affect the quality of coal?

<p>Helps in designing the furnace (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the lowest ranking type of coal based on carbon content?

<p>Peat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a good fuel?

<p>High calorific value (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified as a primary or natural fuel according to the text?

<p>Charcoal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes secondary or synthetic fuels from primary fuels?

<p>They undergo further chemical processing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a liquid fuel?

<p>Petroleum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of energy can be derived from fuels through controlled combustion or nuclear reactions?

<p>Thermal energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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