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Coal

What is coal?

Coal is a fossil fuel formed from plant remains over very long periods of time.

When coal burns it releases a great deal of heat, making it a useful source of energy. This burning also releases carbon dioxide and water. The inorganic material in the coal doesn't burn and forms the ash left behind after burning.



 
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