KCET2019ChemistryHydrogen
Which of the following is NOT true regarding the usage of hydrogen as a fuel?
Options
- ACombustion product is ecofriendly.
- BHydrogen gas can be easily liquefied and stored.
- CHigh calorific value
- DThe combustible energy of hydrogen can be directly converted to electrical energy in a fuel cell.
Correct answer
B. Hydrogen gas can be easily liquefied and stored.
Step-by-step solution
(B) Hydrogen is highly inflammable and hence storage is difficult. Hydrogen has low critical temperature and hence not easily liquefiable.