Types of Fuel and Classification
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What is the main constituent of fuel mentioned in the text?

  • Carbon (correct)
  • Nitrogen
  • Oxygen
  • Hydrogen
  • Which category do fossil fuels fall under according to the text?

  • Artificial fuels
  • Nonrenewable fuels (correct)
  • Renewable fuels
  • Primary fuels
  • What is the primary source of coal formation according to the text?

  • Modification of vegetable substance (correct)
  • Synthesis from inanimate substances
  • Decomposition of plants and animals
  • Combustion with oxygen
  • Which type of coal is known for being highly carbonaceous?

    <p>Anthracite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Peat considered an uneconomic fuel according to the text?

    <p>Low calorific value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference in burning characteristics between lignite and bituminous coal?

    <p>Lignite burns with a long steamy flame, while bituminous coal burns with a yellow smoky flame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is anthracite coal described in terms of its moisture and ash content?

    <p>Low moisture and low ash content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Proximate Analysis of coal involve?

    <p>Evaluating volatile matter, moisture, fixed carbon, and ash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the calorific value of coal related to the fixed carbon content?

    <p>Higher fixed carbon leads to higher calorific value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element in coal directly contributes towards its calorific value?

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

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