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By the end of 2002 the public transport of Delhi switched over to a new fuel. Name the fuel. Why is this fuel considered better? Explain.

Solution

The public transport of Delhi switched over to new fuel - CNG (COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS). It is considered better due to following reasons

i. CNG is a clean fuel and it burns more efficiently. Very little of it remains unburnt on combustion. It is eco-friendly and causes less pollution.

ii. CNG is cheaper than petrol or diesel and thus is economical.

iii. CNG cannot be siphoned off by thieves or adulterated like petrol or diesel.

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