Which fuel has the highest calorific value per gram? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which fuel has the highest calorific value per gram?
A. Hydrogen
B. Coal
C. Methane
D. Wood
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Hydrogen has the highest calorific value (~150 kJ/g or 141.9 MJ/kg) because it has no heavier atoms like carbon and its combustion produces water, a very stable product. Methane ~55.5 kJ/g, coal ~25-35 kJ/g, wood ~17 kJ/g. Hydrogen is a clean fuel, but storage and production challenges remain. It can be used in fuel cells or internal combustion engines.

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