Canadian Entry To Practice (CETP) Practice Test

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The ideal combustion ratio for propane is how many parts propane to parts air?

1 part propane, 20 parts air
1 part propane, 24 parts air
2 parts propane, 24 parts air
1 part propane, 28 parts air

The correct answer is: 1 part propane, 24 parts air

The ideal combustion ratio for propane, which is a hydrocarbon fuel, is typically around 1 part propane to 24 parts air. This ratio represents the stoichiometric mixture that allows for complete combustion of propane, where all the propane reacts with oxygen in the air to produce carbon dioxide and water without leaving unburned fuel or excess air. In this context, the correct answer reflects the optimal balance needed for efficient combustion, ensuring maximum energy output while minimizing the production of pollutants such as carbon monoxide and unburned hydrocarbons. When the mixture is too rich in propane (too little air), combustion efficiency decreases, and when too lean (too much air), it can also lead to incomplete combustion, which is not ideal either. This ratio is fundamental in various applications, including residential heating and cooking, as well as industrial processes that utilize propane as a fuel source. Proper attention to this ratio helps in ensuring safety and efficiency in propane combustion systems.