Chemistry PYQ 312 of 346 · Everyday Chemistry

Which of the following is used in rocket propellants?

  1. AN₂H₄
  2. BO₂
  3. CH₂
  4. DAll of the above

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Correct answer: (d) All of the above

Explanation

A rocket propellant has a fuel and an oxidiser. All three are used:

  • hydrazine (N₂H₄): a liquid fuel, also used alone in small thrusters on satellites;
  • liquid oxygen (O₂): the most common oxidiser;
  • liquid hydrogen (H₂): a high-energy cryogenic fuel. India's cryogenic engines burn liquid hydrogen with liquid oxygen.
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