Question

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using charcoal as a fuel as compared to wood?

Answer 1

ADVANTAGES:

1. The calorific value of charcoal is more than wood. Charcoal is more convenient to handle than wood.
2. Charcoal produces lesser smoke compared to wood.

DISADVANTAGES:

1. Charcoal is expensive compared to wood.
2. Production of charcoal is more time-consuming when compared to wood, making it a non-renewable source of energy.