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The gas/kerosene stoves used at home have inlets for air. What is the purpose of these inlets? What will happen, if these inlets are not provided?

Inlets are provided to supply air to ensure that the fuel burns completely and give a clean flame. If the inlets are absent, then the fuel may not burn completely and produce sooty flame. This will also result in wastage of fuel.


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