Q. Consider the following statements regarding Coal Gasification:
1.Synthesis gas (syngas) produced in this process is primarily composed of carbon monoxide and hydrogen.
2.Syngas produced through coal gasification can be used for producing fertilizers or synthetic fuels.
3.The Government of India has launched the National Coal Gasification Mission to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct – Syngas mainly consists of CO and H₂.
  • Statement 2 is correct – It is used for fertilizers, methanol, and synthetic fuels.
  • Statement 3 is correct – India aims to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030 under the mission.

Source- PIB

Blog
Academy
Community