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Question
Which among the following is considered as the cleanest fuel?
Options
Cow dung cake
Petrol
Kerosene
Hydrogen gas
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Solution
Hydrogen gas
Explanation:
Hydrogen gas is considered as cleanest fuel. Unlike carbon based fuels, hydrogen produces no harmful by-products on combustion. Only energy and clean water are produced.
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