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How does coal work to produce energy?
Think of coal like wood. In a wood stove or furnace, wood is burned to produce heat. Coal contains more energy and is cheaper that wood, however wood is renewable. The large coal power plants that run use coal to produce heat by burning it, heating water. When water heats up to steam, it has more pressure. This pressure is used to turn generators. The electricity produced will be direct current. The power plant will have a converter to change the DC into AC, Alternating Current.
Which burns hottest coal or wood?
Coal burns hotter than wood because it has a higher carbon content and produces more heat when burned.
The process of conversion of wood into coal is called?
The process of conversion of wood into coal is called carbonization. During carbonization, wood is heated in the absence of oxygen, causing it to slowly transform into coal through a series of chemical reactions.
Does coal burn hotter than wood?
Yes, coal generally burns hotter than wood because it has a higher carbon content and burns more efficiently due to its denser composition. This makes coal a more efficient and hotter-burning fuel source compared to wood.
Is wood better than coal?
It depends on the context in which they are being compared. Wood is a renewable resource and produces less pollution when burned compared to coal. However, coal generates more energy per unit of weight than wood.
What did people use before gas water heaters?
Coal or wood fired boilers or just heat water on the stove. A wood stove most likely.
How do domestic oil fired boilers work?
By taking fuel, coal, wood ,oil, gas, electic and transfering it to make heat such as steam or hot water
What has the author A B Nunn written?
A. B Nunn has written: 'NOx emission factors for wood-fired boilers' -- subject(s): Fuelwood, Boilers, Pollution
How can nuclear energy be changed to mechanical energy?
One way it to allow the heat from controlled nuclear reactions to boil water. The steam can then power steam turbines in much the same way that steam from coal or wood fired boilers can be used. In the simplest terms this is how most if not all nuclear power plants work.
Cost of outdoor wood boiler?
Rudimentary outdoor wood boilers cost around $5000-$6000 each. Outdoor wood boilers in the $7000-$10000 range are common for those with better qualities and features.
Can you run a coal fired steam locomotive on wood instead?
Steam engines were often run on wood. Some minor adjustments to the grating, but it was readily available in most parts of the world where trains were run.
Forms of energy at home?
Electricity,gas,solar power, wind mills,oil fired generators wood and coal ranges and fires for cooking ang heating.
How does a school get its energy source?
I imagine in the same way a house does - which is in a variety of ways. Could be all-electric, could use an oil or natural gas fired furnace. In the old days it would have been a coal or wood fired stove with the older pupils keeping it fired up!
What types of fuel can be used for a boiler?
Boilers can use a variety of fuels, including natural gas, propane, oil, coal, and biomass. Additionally, some modern boilers are designed to utilize renewable energy sources, such as wood pellets or solar power. The choice of fuel often depends on availability, cost, and the specific requirements of the heating system. Electric boilers are also an option, using electricity as the sole energy source.
Is wood and coal both fossil fuels?
No. Coal is fossil, wood is renewable, biomass.
Does coal heat homes?
It can in coal/wood stoves.
What companies produce wood boilers?
Wood boilers are produced by numerous different companies. Some popular companies are US Stove Company, Fire Chief, and Biasi. Check out one's local appliance store for more brands.
