Question

2. Which fuel is used in thermal power
plant? What are the problems asso-
ciated with this type of power gener-
ation?
plant​

Answer 1

Answer:

Coal is used in thermal power plant. Problems associated with this type of power generation are: Air pollution caused due to burning of coal: Burning of coal emits gases like carbon dioxide, sulphur oxide and nitrogen oxide which are harmful to living beings.

Answer 2

Answer:

Coal is used in thermal power plant. Problems associated with this type of power generation are:

• Air pollution caused due to burning of coal: Burning of coal emits gases like carbon dioxide, sulphur oxide and nitrogen oxide which are harmful to living beings

• Release of soot particles in the environment: Along with the gases released due to burning of coal, soot particles are released in the environment which can cause fatal respiratory problems.

• Coal is a non-renewable source of energy. So, this method of power generation will put a limit on the availability of coal in the future.

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