Question

Which of the following is/are the characteristic/characteristics of Indian coal?
1. High ash content
2. Low sulphur content
3. Low ash fusion temperature
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 2 only
• C. 1 and 3
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 2

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Indian coal by their very nature are high in ash content but low in sulphur content. Indian coal has high ash fusion temperature of about 1,500°C. Indian coal is also high in silica and alumina and is highly abrasive, with high slagging characteristics.