Fuels Quiz

What is FUEL?

What are some properties of ideal fuel?

• Cheap

• Burns easily

• Environment friendly

• Large energy

• Available

What is calorific value?

What are the types of fuels based on their occurrence?

• Primary

• Secondary

What are the advantages of solid fuels?

• Moderate ignition temperature

• Low production cost

• Easier transportation and storage

What are some examples of solid fuels?

• Wood

• Oil shale

• Coal

• Coke

• Charcoal

What are the advantages of liquid fuels?

• Controlling the combustion is easier

• Require less furnace space for combustion

What are the advantages of liquid fuels?

• Higher calorific value per unit mass.

• Burn without ash, clinkers, etc.

• Transportation easier through pipes.

• Loss of energy is comparatively lower.

What are the disadvantages of liquid fuels?

• Greater risk of fire hazards.

• Cost of liquid fuel is much higher compared to solid fuel.

• Storage methods are costlier.

• Special burning equipment required for more efficient combustion.

What are the examples of liquid fuels?

• Gasoline

• Naphthas

• Kerosene

• Petroleum

• Diesel