Q78. With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements :
- It is a product of oil refineries.
- Some industries use it to generate power
- Its use causes Sulphur emissions into the environment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (d)
- Statement 1 is correct: Furnace oil is a dark viscous residual fuel obtained by blending heavier components of crude oil. It is a product of oil refineries.
- Statement 2 is correct: Applications of Furnace oil:
- Marine engines and slow-speed engines for power generation,
- Drying tea leaves,
- Gas turbines for power generation,
- Feedstock for fertiliser manufacturing,
- Thermic fluid heaters and hot air generators.
- Statement 3 is correct: Sulphur is a natural component in crude oil that is present in gasoline and diesel unless removed. Furnace oil has high component of sulphur leading to its emission when burned.
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