In a diesel engine, the duration between the time of injection and ignition, is known as

A. Pre-ignition period

B. Delay period

C. Period of ignition

D. Burning period

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

In a diesel engine, the duration between the time of injection and ignition, is known as Delay period Delay period is defined as the time immediately following injection of the fuel during which the ignition process is being initiated and the pressure does not rise beyond the value it would have due to compression of air.