Question

why is charcoal considered to be a better fuel than wood?

Answer 1

1. Charcoal has higher calorific value than wood.  

2. It burns smoothly and produces less smoke.  

3. It leaves fewer residues.  

4. It is a more compact fuel than wood and has higher percentage of combustible matter (carbon) in it.  

5. It has lower ignition temperature than wood.

Answer 2

Charcoal is considered a better fuel than wood because it has a higher calorific value than wood. ... the main reason is that coal produce less smoke on burning then wood and also produce less residue then wood..

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