A gaseous fuel in order to develop luminosity on burning, must contain __________________?

Correct answer: B. Hydrocarbons

  • A. Carbon monoxide
  • B. Hydrocarbons
  • C. Hydrogen
  • D. Oxygen

Explanation

Luminosity in a fuel flame comes mainly from incandescent carbon particles formed by cracking heavy hydrocarbons. Carbon monoxide and hydrogen burn with nearly non-luminous flames, while oxygen is not a fuel component that produces luminosity.

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