Question

what type of fuel is keroscene is?????

Answer 1

It is a petroleum fuel

Answer 2

Kerosene is a liquid fuel.

$\textbf{what is a fuel? }$

$\textbf{Fuel}$:

A combustible substance which on burning produces a large amount of heat and light is called a fuel.

For example, wood, coal, LPG etc.

$\textbf{Characteristics of an }$

$\textbf{Ideal fuel }$:

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.

$\textbf{What is a liquid fuel? }$

Volatile liquids which produce combustible vapour are called liquid fuels.

Foe example, Petrol, Diesel, Kerosene etc.