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The Semi-Cryogenic Engine being developed by ISRO uses _______ as fuel and Liquid Oxygen as oxidizer.

  1. Liquid Hydrogen
  2. Kerosene (RP-1)
  3. Hydrazine
  4. Methane

Answer: Kerosene (RP-1)

ISRO's Semi-Cryogenic Engine uses refined kerosene (RP-1) as fuel and LOX as oxidizer. It offers higher thrust and density compared to cryogenic engines, intended for future heavy-lift vehicles like NGLV.

Topic Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Exam Relevance ISRO Scientist Exam, UPSC Prelims
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