Practice question

What is the main structural difference between a diesel engine and a petrol engine regarding fuel ignition?

  1. Diesel engines use a high-voltage spark plug to ignite fuel
  2. Diesel engines rely on the heat of highly compressed air for ignition
  3. Diesel engines require a carburetor to premix fuel with air before ignition
  4. Diesel engines ignite fuel using a heated exhaust valve

Answer: B — Diesel engines rely on the heat of highly compressed air for ignition

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