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Describe characteristics and uses of coke

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Coke is one of the products obtained from coal. It is a fossil fuel. The characteristics of coke are: ​
  • Coke is a tough, porous, and black substance. ​
  • It is an almost pure form of carbon.​
  • It is produced by the destructive distillation of coal. ​
The uses of coke are:​
  • It is used as a household fuel.​
  • It is used in the manufacture of steel.​
  • It is used in the extraction of metals.​

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