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Chemical Engineering · Q116

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Engineering and GATE · Chemical Engineering · question 116

Q116

Cetane number of diesel used in trucks may be about

A.
50
Answer
B.
14
C.
35
D.
85

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The cetane number of diesel is a measure of its ignition quality or how easily the fuel ignites under compression in a diesel engine.

For diesel fuel used in trucks, the cetane number is typically around 50, which ensures efficient combustion and engine performance.

A higher cetane number indicates better ignition properties, leading to smoother engine operation and reduced emissions.

Therefore, Option A: 50 is the correct answer.