answersLogoWhite

0

Is lignite a fossil fuel

Updated: 4/28/2022
User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Best Answer

Yes, it is a fossil fuel. It is also called brown coal. You can read more on this at Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lignite

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Is lignite a fossil fuel
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Is lignite a renewable or non-renewable resource?

Lignite is a fossil fuel (low grade coal) and therefore non-renewable.


Is the first and most immature form of coal is peat?

No, while peat can be used a fuel, it is in the same class a wood it is not a fossil fuel. The form of coal that has undergone the least diagenesis (and is still a fossil fuel) is called "Lignite".


What are 6 fossil fuels?

one fossil fuel is Peat another one is lignite also bituminous coal anthcite trace fossils and last but not least droopings


What Black rock formed from plant mineral?

The fossil fuel, Coal and the gemstone, jet are formed from ancient plant materials. Jet is a type of lignite.


What are four fossil fuels?

it is peat,lignite,bitumirous coal,athracite. it is peat,lignite,bitumirous coal,athracite.


What are all the fossil fuels available?

oil, coal, gas, peat, lignite


What are all the known fossil fuels?

The known fossil fuels are coal, petroleum, natural gas, lignite, bitumen and peat


Which fossil fuel begins its formation as peat?

Peat and lignite (brown coal) are both beginning stages in the production of coal by natural processes. But coals are not all produced from peat.


Is rocket fuel a fossil fuel?

Yes it is a fossil fuel.


What are all of the fossil fuels in the world?

Oil,coal,gas,petrol,diesel,peat and lignite


Is solar a fossil fuel?

No its not a fossil fuel


How long does it take uranium to become a fossil fuel?

Uranium does not become a fossil fuel because it is a radioactive element used in nuclear power plants to generate electricity. Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas are formed from organic matter over millions of years through a process called fossilization.