Pitch (a product of coal tar distillation) is always mixed with creosote oil, when it is to be burnt in a burner, because__________________?

A. Its calorific value is very less
B. Tar neutralises the residual acids present in pitch
C. It reduces viscosity and imparts fluidity for its transportation through pipelines at economic
pressure drop
D. All A, B. and C.

Correct Answer: C. It reduces viscosity and imparts fluidity for its transportation through pipelines at economic
pressure drop ✔

Last Updated: February 14, 2019