UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2012
Question 49 of 66Science

Biomass gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the energy crisis. In the context of this, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. In gasification, biomass is heated directly in air to produce electricity. 2. In gasification, biomass is heated in a limited supply of air to produce a combustible gas. 3. Energy can be obtained from biomass by fermentation. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A1 and 2 only
B2 and 3 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer

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Explanation

52 words hidden ... 3 is hidden because biomass can also yield usable energy through fermentation, such as in the production of biofuels ... 46 words hidden

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