Which fuel can be considered as the most efficient based on the calorific value?

Hydrogen

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CNG

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Biogas

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Coal

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Solution

The correct option is A
Hydrogen

The amount of heat liberated by the complete combustion of 1 kg of fuel is its calorific value. Efficiency of any given fuel is dependent on its calorific value.
Among the given options, hydrogen is the fuel with highest calorific value of 150000 kJ/kg. Therefore, hydrogen is considered as the most efficient fuel.

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