Question

Why are thermal power plants located near coalfields?

Answer 1

Answer:

Thermal power plants required coal and oil, which they burn to generate the required power. Since transmission of electricity is more efficient than transporting coal or oil over the same distance, it is logical to set up thermal power plants near coal or oil fields.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Thermal power plants are located near coalfields because -

• In the thermal power plants ,the electricity is generated from the combustion process of the fossil fuels like coal.

• So,we can say that the coal is an important raw material for the thermal power plant.

• Now,if the thermal power plant is situated near the coalfields then the transportation time and transportation cost for delivering the coal will reduce a lot.

• As a result the production will be more efficient and profitable also.