Question

Give reason most industries are concentrated around coal mines

Answer 1

Explanation:

Ans. Most industries are concentrated around coal mines because coal is an important source of energy. It is used as raw material in various industries. So to reduce the transportation cost, most of the industries are located near coal mines.

Answer 2

Answer:

Coal is a bulky material which loses weight on use as it is reduced to ash . hence, heavy industries and thermal power stations are located on or near the coal fields.