Fuels and Combustion Flashcards
1
Q
Classification of coals by rank
A
- Anthracite
- Bituminous
- Sub-bituminous
- Lignite
2
Q
Proximate analysis
A
Analysis of the composition of fuel which gives, based on mass, the relative amounts of moisture content, volatile matter, fixed carbon and ash.
3
Q
Ultimate (chemical) analysis
A
Analysis of the composition of fuel which gives, based on mass, the relative amounts of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, ash and moisture (CHONSAM)
4
Q
Flash point
A
Temperature at which oil gives off vapor that burns temporarily when ignited
5
Q
Fire point
A
Temperature at which oil gives off vapor that burns continuously when ignited
