state the different characteristics of lignite coal???
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Characteristics of Lignite
The calorific value ranges from 8000 kJ/kg to 15000 kJ/kg. Compare this to bituminous coal that has calorific value of 12000 to 20000 kJ/kg. Lignite has high moisture content in the range of 45 % to 55 %. The Volatile matter content is also high.
The calorific value ranges from 8000 kJ/kg to 15000 kJ/kg. Compare this to bituminous coal that has calorific value of 12000 to 20000 kJ/kg. Lignite has high moisture content in the range of 45 % to 55 %. The Volatile matter content is also high.
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The carbon content is less in them and they contains a large amount of moisture.It is the lowest quality coal. It is mainly used in Electricity generation.
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