Question

Q5. We know that coal is mainly made of carbon. It is a non-metal which cannot conduct electricity.
How is then, coal - the major source of power generation in India?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Coal provides about half of India's commercial primary energy supply today and is the dominant fuel for power production in India. ... Most coal is sold to power producers, predominantly under fuel supply agreements, at administered prices. But, for years, CIL has not kept up with growing demand.

Answer 2

Answer:

We burn coal to get electricity.

When it is heated in air coal burns and produces main carbon dioxide gas along with heat energy. Coal is mainly used to generate electricity in power stations.