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Which of the following is not a fuel used in homes?
Which of the following is not a fuel used in homes?
What is the chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat called?
What is the chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat called?
What gas is produced when coal burns in air?
What gas is produced when coal burns in air?
What is the primary difference between the burning of a candle and the burning of coal?
What is the primary difference between the burning of a candle and the burning of coal?
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Which of the following is a commonly used fuel for running automobiles?
Which of the following is a commonly used fuel for running automobiles?
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What is combustion?
What is combustion?
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What are some fuels used in homes?
What are some fuels used in homes?
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Name a few fuels used in trade and industry.
Name a few fuels used in trade and industry.
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What fuels are used for running automobiles?
What fuels are used for running automobiles?
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What is the difference between the burning of a candle and the burning of a fuel like coal?
What is the difference between the burning of a candle and the burning of a fuel like coal?
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Study Notes
Fuels and Combustion
- Natural gas, LPG, and electricity are some common fuels used in homes.
Combustion Process
- Combustion is a chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat.
Coal Combustion
- When coal burns in air, carbon dioxide gas is produced.
Difference between Burning a Candle and Burning Coal
- The primary difference between the burning of a candle and the burning of coal is that a candle is a self-sustaining combustion process, whereas coal requires a continuous supply of oxygen to keep burning.
Fuels for Automobiles
- Petrol or gasoline is a commonly used fuel for running automobiles.
Fuels in Trade and Industry
- Fuels like diesel, petrol, and natural gas are used in trade and industry.
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Test your knowledge of fuels used in homes, industries, and automobiles with this quiz. Identify common fuels such as wood, coal, charcoal, petrol, diesel, and compressed natural gas (CNG) used for various purposes. See how many you can name!
