Question

Mention the characteristics of an ideal fuel

Answer 1

A fuel should be easily available in order for common man to avail it.

It must be affordable as well, and of course it should burn in air easily at a moderate rate.

It should be easy to transport to make it conveniently available to all, and must produce large amount of heat in order to be useful.

Answer 2

$\textbf{Characteristics of an }$

$\textbf{Ideal fuel }$:

1. It should be fairly cheap and easily available.

2. It should burn at moderate rate.

3. It should not produce any poisnous and irritating fumes during burning.

4. It should leave no residue (ash) after burning.

5. It should have high calorific value.

6. It should be easy to store and transport.

7. Its ignition temperature should be above room temperature.