A coal with high _____________ content, would ignite most easily?
Correct answer: B. Volatile matter
- A. Fixed carbon
- B. Volatile matter
- C. Ash
- D. Oxygen
Explanation
Volatile matter contains easily vaporised combustible compounds, so coal rich in it ignites readily at a lower temperature. Fixed carbon burns more slowly, while ash is non-combustible.
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