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…………… coal has …………… per cent of carbon content and is the most preferred variety of coal.
- Lignite, 40
- Peat, 50
- Anthracite, 90
- Bituminous, 80
Conventional Energy Sources
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Anthracite, 90
Reason — Anthracite is the highest ranking variety of coal and has a carbon content of 90 per cent. It burns slowly without smoke, leaves very little ash and has a high heating value, which is why it is globally preferred.
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- conventional sources
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- coking coal
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Reason (R): It is lighter than air and tends to dissipate in case of leakage.
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