Rate of heat release in a furnace, which is the measure of heat intensity,
is defined as
(A) kcal/hr/m3 combustion space
(B) kcal/m3 combustion space
(C) kcal/hr
(D) None of these

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Answer :

(A) kcal/hr/m3 combustion space

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