Temperature of preheated air used for the transportation of pulverised coal through pipes to the burner of a boiler furnace is restricted to a maximum limit of about 300° C to avoid the___________________?

Correct answer: B. Risk of explosion

  • A. Requirement of large volume combustion chamber
  • B. Risk of explosion
  • C. Chances of clinker formation
  • D. Incomplete combustion of coal

Explanation

Pulverised coal forms a combustible dust-air mixture, and excessive preheating can ignite this mixture inside the conveying system. The temperature is therefore limited mainly to reduce explosion risk.

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