Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040023
Why are carbon compounds often favored as fuels?
1
They are easy to ignite
2
They contain high-energy bonds
3
They do not produce pollution
4
They are inexpensive
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. They contain high-energy bonds
Solution:
Carbon compounds are favored as fuels primarily due to the presence of high-energy carbon-hydrogen and carbon-carbon bonds, which release significant amounts of energy when oxidized during combustion.
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