Question

The black thick liquid with __________ smell is known as coal tar?

Answer 1

Coal tar:

• Coal tar is known as a thick dark liquid, which mostly gives an unpleasant smell.
• Coal tar is derived from coal and is a byproduct of the production of coke, a solid fuel that contains mostly carbon, and coal gas.
• It has both medical and industrial uses, hence may also be used in combination with ultraviolet light therapy.
• Coal tar is mostly used for the production of various refined chemicals and coal-tar products.
• The preparations of Coal tar can also be used to treat various skin conditions, i.e eczema, psoriasis, and dandruff.

Hence, The black thick liquid with an unpleasant smell is known as coal tar.