ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

HUMAN CAPITAL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ can be used to run a steam engine
A
iron
B
gold
C
coal
D
copper
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The force produced by steam is used in the working of the steam engine. Steam is produced by burning coal. Coal is used to generate steam because as it has a high calorific value and easy to use.

Detailed explanation-2: -Steam coal (sometimes called thermal coal) is a grade of coal used in electric power plants to generate steam to create electricity. Most of the coals mined in the United States are steam coals.

Detailed explanation-3: -steam engine, machine using steam power to perform mechanical work through the agency of heat.

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