Consider the following regarding Coal Gasification1. Coal gasification...
The major problem in Coal Gasification is the production of more Carbon Dioxide. This was recently in news due to China’s aggressive use of this technology that is good for local environment but globally the China will be adding more CO2.
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Consider the following regarding Coal Gasification1. Coal gasification...
Coal gasification is a process of converting coal into a gas mixture called syngas by reacting it with oxygen, steam, and/or carbon dioxide. This process is gaining importance as a cleaner and more efficient way of producing energy from coal. Let's examine the given options to understand more about coal gasification.
Option 1: Coal gasification produces syngas
- Syngas is a mixture of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and other gases.
- It can be used as a fuel for power generation, heating, and industrial processes.
- Syngas is also a precursor for producing chemicals like ammonia and methanol.
Option 2: Coal gasification can be used for making ammonia and methanol
- Ammonia is used primarily as a fertilizer and is also used in the production of many other chemicals.
- Methanol is used as a solvent, fuel, and as a feedstock for producing other chemicals.
Option 3: Coal gasification produces less carbon dioxide than traditional coal plants
- Coal gasification produces less carbon dioxide per unit of energy produced than traditional coal plants.
- This is because the carbon dioxide produced during the gasification process can be captured and stored, whereas in traditional coal plants, the CO2 is released into the atmosphere.
Conclusion:
From the above discussion, we can conclude that options 1 and 2 are correct. Coal gasification produces syngas, which can be used to produce ammonia and methanol. Option 3 is incorrect as coal gasification produces carbon dioxide, but it produces less than traditional coal plants. Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A' (1 and 2).