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List the important uses of coal. Name the form of coal with the highest carbon content.

Important uses of coal:

i. It is used as a fuel in locomotives.


ii. It used for domestic purposes to cook food especially in villages.


iii. It is used in the manufacture of producer gas, water gas.


iv. It used in industries and cement plants.


v. It is used in the manufacture of steel and graphite.


vi. It plays an important role in providing electricity and power around 68%.



There are four forms of carbon:


i. Anthracite coal


ii. Bituminous coal


iii. Peat coal


iv. Lignite Coal



Thus, anthracite is a form of coal with the highest carbon content.


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