Animal charcoal differs from wood charcoal in that it

Animal charcoal differs from wood charcoal in that it

  • A.
    has a dark colour
  • B.
    has a high carbon content
  • C.
    is a good absorbent
  • D.
    is crystalline.
  • E.
    is rich in phosphate content
Correct Answer: Option E
Explanation

Animal charcoal or bone black is the carbonaceous residue obtained by the dry distillation of bones. It contains only about 10% carbon, the remaining being calcium and magnesium phosphates (80%) and other inorganic material originally present in the bones.

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