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Coal and petroleum have their own advantages and disadvantages. Three of the statements regarding coal and petroleum are similar. Choose the one that
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Coal and petroleum have their own advantages and disadvantages. Three of the statements regarding coal and petroleum are similar. Choose the one that is dissimilar:

A.

When burnt in insufficient O_2 produce carbon monoxide, which is a poisonous gas

B.

When burnt produce CO_2, which causes global warming

C.

When burnt produce oxides of N and S that are poisonous and cause acid rain

D.

Used to generate electricity in thermal plants and are cost effective

Correct option is D

Correct Option : (d),  Used to generate electricity in thermal plants and are cost effective

Generally, statements about coal and petroleum can focus on aspects like their environmental impact, efficiency, availability, and cost.

Here are three typical statements about coal and petroleum:

The primary fuel sources used to generate electricity in thermal power plants that are cost-effective include:
1. Coal:
Most commonly used in thermal power plants.
Abundant and relatively inexpensive compared to other fuels.
2. Natural Gas:
Cleaner and more efficient than coal.
Cost-effective and widely available in many regions.
3. Lignite:
A type of coal with lower carbon content and energy efficiency but cheaper to extract.
Often used in regions where it's locally available.
5. Biomass:
Includes organic materials like wood, agricultural waste, and dedicated energy crops.
Information Booster :

  1. Coal is a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
  2. Petroleum is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions.
  3. Petroleum is less polluting than coal, but still contributes to environmental degradation.
  1. Coal is a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions:
    • This is true. Coal combustion produces a significant amount of  CO

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