A cheap non-polluting fuel with a very high calorific value was developed by a scientist. It had an ignition temperature of 20°C. Is it a good fuel? Give reasons.

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Yes, it is good fuel.
Reasons for good fuel:
1. It has a very high calorific value.
2. It is non-polluting in nature.
3. It has moderate ignition temperature.

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A cheap non-polluting fuel with a very high calorific value was developed by a scientist. It had an ignition temperature of 20°C. Is it a good fuel? Give reasons.

Yes, it is good fuel. Reasons for good fuel: 1. It has a very high calorific value. 2. It is non-polluting in nature. 3. It has moderate ignition temperature.

Yes, it is good fuel.
Reasons for good fuel:
1. It has a very high calorific value.
2. It is non-polluting in nature.
3. It has moderate ignition temperature.