The compound having maximum carbon percentage is :

peat.

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bituminous.

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lignite.

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anthracite.

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Solution

The correct option is D anthracite.
Carbon percentage in compounds are as:
Peat - less than 60%
Lignite - 60-70%
Bituminous- 77-87%
Anthracite - over 87%
Hence, option D is correct.

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