All combustion reactions are always exothermic which occur in the presence of excess air or oxygen. Substances acting as fuels undergo combustion when heated. It is not necessary that a particular substance undergoing combustion may burn also. The human body is just like a furnace or machine in which various foodstuffs that we eat undergo combustion. They provide the desired energy needed for the body's function.
Why is L.P.G. preferred to coke as a fuel?
L.P.G. Vs Coke
L.P.G. | Coke |
1. It does not cause pollution by burning. | .1. Coke produces a lot of smoke when burnt. |
2. It does not produce any toxic gas on burning. | 2. Burning of coke produces carbon monoxide which can be lethal in large quantities. |
3. It can be transported by pipes easily. | 3. Transportation of coke is relatively difficult and expensive. |
Hence, L.P.G. is preferred over coke because it causes less pollution and is relatively easier to transport.