________ are substances which produce a large amount of energy when burnt.

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Solution

The substances which burn in air to produce large amounts of energy in the form of heat and light are known as fuels.
Fuel + Oxygen (on heating) → Energy + Carbon dioxide + Water vapour
Coal, wood and oil are some common fuels. LPG and CNG are modern fuels which do not leave any residue on burning.

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