Category:Fuels
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Fuels are a subcategory of materials that can be burnt in a fire, releasing heat and light.
Fuels and Oxidizers
Various fuel/oxidizer combinations provide hotter, brighter, or otherwise different flames. Usually, oxygen will be supplied via a stream of air.
| Fuel | Oxidizer | MJ/kgfuel | Ash | Smoke |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | air | 14-18 | Yes | Yes |
| Charcoal | air | 18-25 | Moderate | No |
| forced draught air | 29 | Minimal | No | |
| Methane | air | 47 | No | No |
Reference Material
- Heating Value of 20 Common Fuels
courtesy Missouri River Watershed Coalition. - Energy in natural processes and human consumption - some numbers
courtesy University of Washington School of Oceanography.
Pages in category "Fuels"
The following 17 pages are in this category, out of 17 total.