Coal is pulverised before burning in large capacity boiler furnaces
mainly to
(A) Ensure its complete combustion
(B) Facilitate easy ash removal
(C) Enhance its calorific value
(D) Provide trouble free operation

1 Answer

Answer :

(A) Ensure its complete combustion

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