Question

Which of the following correctly describes the general process of coal mining and refining? Select one: a. Coal is mined, washed, dried, and then separated from rock particles. b. Coal is mined, dryed, and crushed. c. Coal is mined, moved along a conveyor belt, mixed with water, then dried.

Answer 1

The general process for coal mining and refining is option C.

Coal mining is carried out by two main processes based on the depth, quality, thickness, and structure of coal seam. Based on the depth, coal seam of less than 180ft to the surface is surface mined while coal seems between 180ft.-300ft. are deep mined. The coal mined is transported to a nearby processing plant using a conveyor, train, ship, etc. where it is washed to remove other component like dirt, sulphur, rocks, etc. and afterwards dried.