X is a porous black substance obtained by the destructive distillation of coal.
It is a pure form of carbon.
It is used in the manufacture of steel.
Identify X.

Bitumen

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Coke

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Coal tar

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Paraffin

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Solution

The correct option is B Coke
Coke is produced by the destructive distillation of coal. It is a tough, porous and black substance. It is almost pure form of carbon. Coke is used in the manufacture of steel and in the extraction of many metals.

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