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Biomass gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the power crisis in India. In this context which of the following statements is correct?

  1. 1.Coconut shells, groundnut shells and rice husk can be used in biomass gasification.
  2. 2.The combustible gases generated from biomass gasification consist of hydrogen and carbon dioxide only.
  3. 3.The combustible gases generated from biomass gasification can be used for direct heat generation but not in internal combustion engines.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: A. 1 only

Biomass gasification is a thermochemical process that converts organic materials like agricultural residues (such as coconut shells, groundnut shells, and rice husk) into a synthesis gas (syngas). This syngas is a mixture primarily composed of hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and methane, along with smaller amounts of other gases like carbon dioxide. The syngas produced can be used for various applications, including direct heat generation for industrial processes and power generation through internal combustion engines or gas turbines. Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Source: UPSC gs1 2012

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