this is coal.
Why is coal important?
coal is very important it is used for energy Coal is important because it creates electricity. many people dont know this but coal is responsible for 54 percent of the electricity in America. A typical coal power plant burns 1.4 millions of tons of coal a year If it wasn't for coal electricity would be to expensive to afford, and the progress of America as a nation would be severely crippled. Coal has been used for thousands of years, and is often overlooked. however coal is very important to the world.
Where do we find coal?
We find coal in open pit mining. We can find coal in South Amercia, Africa,Eu,India,Asia,Ocean,China,USSR and North America.
It has been estimated that there are over 861 billion tonnes of proven coal reserves worldwide. This means that there is enough coal to last us around 112 years at current rates of production. In contrast, proven oil and gas reserves are equivalent to around 46 and 54 years at current production levels.
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It has been estimated that there are over 861 billion tonnes of proven coal reserves worldwide. This means that there is enough coal to last us around 112 years at current rates of production. In contrast, proven oil and gas reserves are equivalent to around 46 and 54 years at current production levels.
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What do we use coal for?
We use coal for our energy.e use coal for generating electricity, in the production of steel, the manufacturing of cement and as liquid fuel for heating purposes. Coal is also used in paper manufacturing and in chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
How do we use coal responsibly ?
We can use is for our energy and not wast it.