Height of coke oven is limited (say maximum upto 7 metres) mainly by the_____________________?
Correct answer: A. Problem of uniform heating along its height
- A. Problem of uniform heating along its height
- B. Structural strength of silica bricks
- C. Problem in door cleaning
- D. Buckling of ram of pusher car at the time of coke pushing
Explanation
A tall coke oven makes it difficult to maintain uniform heating throughout the coal charge, causing uneven carbonisation and coke quality. This heat-distribution problem is the main practical limit on oven height.
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