Distinguish between solid fuel and liquid fuel.

Distinguish between solid fuel and liquid fuel.
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Property
Solid
Liquid
1.Calorific Value
Low
Higher
2.Ignition Temperature 
Very high
Moderate
3.Cost 
Cheap
Costly
4.Ash content
High
Negligible
5.Velocity of combustion
Non controllable
Easily Controllable
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