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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