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Which of the following fuel detonates readily

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Which of the following fuel detonates readily?

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Correct Answer: Option C
Normal heptane fuel detonates readily. Octane number equates to the anti-knock qualities of a comparison mixture of heptane and isooctane which is expressed as the percentage of isooctane in heptane and is listed on pumps for gasoline (petrol) dispensed globally.
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