The ignition temperature of a fuel is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The ignition temperature of a fuel is:
A. The temperature at which it melts.
B. The highest temperature it can reach.
C. The temperature at which it boils.
D. The lowest temperature at which it catches fire.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The ignition temperature (or kindling temperature) is the minimum temperature to which a fuel must be heated so that it catches fire and starts burning spontaneously. A lower ignition temperature means the fuel is more highly flammable and can ignite more easily at ambient conditions.

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