The fuel with the highest cetane number is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The fuel with the highest cetane number is:
A. Kerosene
B. Methane
C. Diesel
D. Petrol
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cetane number measures ignition quality of diesel fuel; higher cetane means easier ignition. Diesel has high cetane (40-55). Petrol has octane number. Methane is gas.

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