Question

how can the energy of coal be converted into electricity

Answer 1

Converting coal into electricity is a multi-step process: Coal is pulverizedinto a fine powder, and mixed with hot air. The combination is transferred toa furnace, and heats a boiler containing water to create steam. Steam turns a turbine engine, transforming heat energy from burningcoal into mechanical energy.

Answer 2

Heating up coal produces smoke which makes the turbine to move according to Fleming's left hand rule electricity is produced