Consider the following statements in respect of a jet engine and a rocket 1 a jet engine uses the su...........

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Consider the following statements in respect of a jet engine and a rocket :

1. a jet engine uses the surrounding air for its oxygen supply and so is unsuitable for motion in space.

2. a rocket carries its own supply of oxygen in the gas form and fuel.

which of the statements given above is correct?

1 only

2 only

both 1 and 2

neither 1 and 2

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Explanation:

a jet engine combines oxygen from the air with fuel at high temperature. There is usually a spark to ignite the fuel vapour , but once the engine begins turning , it will continune running until it runs out of fuel or air. A rocket carries its own supply of oxygen for combustion.