Question

thermal power plants are established near coalfields why???

Answer 1

Heavy stations and thermal power stations are located near the coal fields because of two reasons: 1. Coalis a bulky material and its transportation is difficult and costly. ... If not transported in a proper way, it may get crushed and reduced to ash.

Answer 2

Heavy stations and thermal power stations are located near the coal fields because of two reasons:

1. Coal is a bulky material and its transportation is difficult and costly.

2. Second, coal is not a hard but a soft mineral. If not transported in a proper way, it may get crushed and reduced to ash. This will result in reduction of the weight of coal.