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Why do you think coal mining is a sustainable source of energy?
Coal is obviously not renewable, as it took millions of years to form, but there is still plenty of coal in many countries, so it will no doubt go on being used, mainly to produce electricity, also iron in blast furnaces.
When will coal on Earth run out?
In this day and age, with the constant increase in percentage consumption rates of coal, the supplies are beginning to run out. Since we have reached peak fossil fuels in only about a century, there's not many years left for fossil fuels. Based on these facts, it is safe to say that coal, the longest lasting fossil fuel, will run out in around 250 years, or less depending on growth rate of percentage consumption.
What kind of environment existed in areas were layers of coal and shale were millions of years ago?
I think that it would be a place where there were many trees and other plants. :]p
How many miles deep are coal mines?
very deep
How many coal mines exist today in the world?
364
How many years of coal are left?
about 50 years!!!!!!
How many years until you run out of coal?
54589785 YEARS
Why is coal an important?
coal is used to be burned and if left for many years it will turn into a dimond
How many years does it take to make coal?
1 million years
How many tons of coal does a typical coal plant burn each year?
3 years
Why is coal important resource?
coal is used to be burned and if left for many years it will turn into a dimond
Why is coal an important resource?
coal is used to be burned and if left for many years it will turn into a dimond
How Many years before you use up the coal?
Coal is very common in my area of Canada. It is estimated that Alberta has a layer of coal under 90% of the Provence.
Is burnt coal reversible?
Coal took many million of years to form, and once burnt, only ashes remain. So coal is not reversible, or renewable.
How many years in coal mine to qualify for pension?
The number of years required to qualify for a pension from a coal mine can vary depending on the specific pension plan. Generally, it may range from 10 to 20 years of employment in the coal mining industry to be eligible for a pension. It is best to check with the specific pension plan or the company's HR department for accurate information.
About how many years will it be until you run out of coal?
i don't know why are you asking me
How do you get coal?
Coal is obtained by strip mining which removes all soil above a coal deposit. The soil is replaced but it takes many years for the ecosystem to recover and there are four ranks of coal which are:lignitesub-bituminousbituminousanthracite
