Question

Northeastern Pennsylvania is known for its large supply of coal. Based on this fact, what can you infer about how Northeastern Pennsylvania's land might have looked like millions of years ago?
A
The land was likely once near a volcano that deposited the coal on the land after thousands of years of eruptions.

B
The land was likely heavily forested with many smaller plants like ferns.

C
The land was likely once under water.

D
The land was likely a desert.

Answer 1

Answer:C

Explanation:

The land was likely heavily forested with many smaller plant like ferns. The decomposition and sedimentation of this plants over the years can result into coal formation