As the equilibrium moisture content of the coal increases, its___________________?

Correct answer: B. Swelling number decreases

  • A. Calorific value increases
  • B. Swelling number decreases
  • C. Swelling number increases
  • D. Bulk density decreases

Explanation

Higher moisture dilutes the combustible matter and generally reduces coal swelling during heating. Thus the swelling number decreases as equilibrium moisture content increases.

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