The table below displays properties of three alternative fuels derived from agricultural and industrial waste:
| Property | Fuel P (Pyrolysis oil) | Fuel Q (Straw briquettes) | Fuel R (Bio-hydrogen) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical state at room temperature | Liquid | Solid | Gas |
| Primary transportation method | Tanker | Truck | Pipeline |
| Percentage by mass of sulfur in fuel (%) | 0.12 | 0.35 | 0.00 |
| Relative emission level of soot/particulates | Medium | High | Negligible |
Using this information, answer the following questions:
Explain why Fuel Q (Straw briquettes) is typically transported by truck and cannot be distributed via a pipeline.
Equal masses of each fuel are burned under identical conditions. State which fuel produces the most sulfur dioxide and justify your choice using data from the table.
State one environmental problem caused by sulfur dioxide emissions.
Particulates (soot) are formed during incomplete combustion. Identify the reactant that must be in limited supply for incomplete combustion of these fuels to occur.
11 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Chemistry 9.3 Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources, covering 9.3.1 Atmospheric pollutants from fuels and 9.3.2 Properties and effects of atmospheric pollutants. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.