Coal Quiz

What types of mining extract coal?

• Surface and placer mining

• Surface and underground mining

• Pit and placer mining

• In-situ and underground mining

What state produces the greatest yield of coal?

• West Virginia

• Montana

• Washington

• Wyoming

What are the main uses of coal?

• Generate electricity, transportation, commercial, and residential uses, and exports

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• A renewable energy source

Is coal a renewable energy source?

• Yes; coal is a renewable fossil fuel and energy source

• No; coal is a non-renewable fossil fuel and energy source

What is a PRO of coal?

• It is renewable

• Does not harm the environment

• It is affordable

• It is the USA's second-largest export $$$$

What is a CON of coal?

• Releases carbon into the atmosphere

• Rarely used anymore

• Expensive $$$$

• Takes a long time to extract

What does the burning of coal release into the atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Phosphorous

• Ammonia

Overall, should we continue using coal as a key energy source? Do the pros outweigh the cons?