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Using coal to generate electricity releases many pollutants into the atmosphere. Some contribute to acid rain. Others, like carbon dioxide, contribute to global warming.
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What do we use coal for?
We use coal to make electricity and fire.
What are the two disadvantages of burning coal in a power station to produce electricity?
Harms the ozone layer And coal may soon run out
What are the two disadvantages of burning coal in a power station to product electricity?
1- it pollutes the air2- it may run out soon (coal.)
What can you use to produce electricity?
coal
What is the main use for coal in the US?
Production of electricity is the main use of coal in the United States.
Does NZ use coal to generate electricity?
no
In Australia what do you use coal for?
electricity generation
Why do you need coal production in Indiana?
because we use coal production electricity
How can we increase the use of coal in the US?
We can use more electricity.
What is the us percentage of electricity that comes from coal?
As of 2011, about 42 percent of electricity in the US was derived from coal. There is a push in the 21st century to use other methods of electricity since coal is harmful to the environment.
Advantages by burning coal for electricity?
Burning coal for elstricity has no advandages, it only causes disadvantages like making the air polluted and bad for the workers health.
How much electricity does a train need everyday?
Trains don't use electricity it uses coal trams use however electricity.
