During its calorific value determination by bomb calorimeter, coal is combusted by _________________?

Correct answer: B. Oxygen

  • A. Air
  • B. Oxygen
  • C. Oxygen enriched air
  • D. None of these

Explanation

A bomb calorimeter burns the coal sample in a sealed vessel filled with high-pressure oxygen, ensuring complete combustion. Ordinary air would not provide the same controlled excess of oxygen.

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