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With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements :

  1. 1.It is a product of oil refineries.
  2. 2.Some industries use it to generate power.
  3. 3.Its use causes sulphur emissions into the environment.
  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

Furnace oil is a heavy residue obtained from crude oil distillation in refineries. It is commonly used as fuel in industrial furnaces, boilers, and power generation due to its high energy content. However, it typically contains a significant amount of sulphur, which, upon combustion, is released into the atmosphere as sulphur dioxide, a major air pollutant contributing to acid rain and respiratory problems.

Source: UPSC gs1 2021

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