All the substances given are different forms of coal except:

Lignite

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Coke

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Peat

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Bituminous

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Solution

The correct option is B Coke
Peat, lignite and bituminous coal are different forms of coal obtained during the formation of coal, that is, carbonisation. However, coke is one of the by-products obtained during destructive distillation of coal and is commonly used as a reducing agent in the manufacturing of steel.

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