Question

Using the given hints, identify the option with correct coal product and its use.
(1)Almost pure form of carbon.

• A. Coke, manufacture of steel
• B. Coal tar, manufacture of paints
• C. Coke, manufacture of plastics
• D. Coal tar, extraction of metals

Answer 1

The correct option is A Coke, manufacture of steel

Coke has few impurities and high carbon content. Coke is used as a fuel and as reducing agent in smelting iron ore in blast furnace for production of steel. The bulk specific gravity of coke is around 0.77 and is highly porous.