Question

Pyrolysis of wood occurs in

• A. Presence of air
• B. Absence of air
• C. Limited supply of air
• D. Both B and C

Answer 1

The correct option is B Absence of air

Pyrolysis is the term used for thermal decomposition of materials at high temperature in an inert atmosphere i.e. absence of air.

So, the correct answer is 'Absence of air'