Lignite is (A) A high rank coal (B) A coking coal (C) Can be used for gasification and steam generation (D) A black banded coal which burns with a non-smoky yellowish flame

Lignite is
(A) A high rank coal
(B) A coking coal
(C) Can be used for gasification and steam generation
(D) A black banded coal which burns with a non-smoky yellowish flame
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(C) Can be used for gasification and steam generation
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Last Answer : (B) Synthesis of gasoline (from water gas)

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Last Answer : (A) CO

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Last Answer : (D) High temperature coke (V.M < 0.5%)

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