UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 64
With reference to green hydrogen, consider the following statements :
- It can be used directly as a fuel for internal combustion.
- It can be blended with natural gas and used as fuel for heat or power generation.
- It can be used in the hydrogen fuel cell to run vehicles.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Correct answer: C
Correct Option: C (All three)
Explanation: Green hydrogen has potential use in modified internal-combustion engines, blending into gas grids, and fuel cells for transport.
Statement / Pair / Item-wise Analysis:
1. Correct/True - Hydrogen can combust in suitably adapted internal-combustion engines.
2. Correct/True - Blending hydrogen with natural gas enables use in suitable heating and power applications within technical limits.
3. Correct/True - Fuel cells electrochemically convert hydrogen into electricity to power vehicles.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect-it counts 1, but items 1, 2, 3 qualify, giving 3.
B. Incorrect-it counts 2, but items 1, 2, 3 qualify, giving 3.
C. Correct-exactly 3 of the 3 listed items satisfy the condition.
D. Incorrect-it counts 0, but items 1, 2, 3 qualify, giving 3.