The slow process of conversion of dead vegetation into coal is called ______.

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The slow process of conversion of dead vegetation into coal is called carbonisation.

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Chapter 5: Coal and Petroleum - Very Short Answer Questions [Page 26]

Chapter 5 Coal and Petroleum
Very Short Answer Questions | Q 18. (a) | Page 26

Explain why fossil fuels are exhaustible natural resources.

Coal tar is a mixture of various substances.

Explain the following.

Petrol, diesel, and coal are fossil fuels.

Explain the different types of coal.

Coal is processed in industries to get some useful products. Which of the following is not obtained from coal?

Coal is formed from the remains of

Naphthalene balls are obtained from coal tar and are used as

Which one among the following is an extremely strong but lightweight material is used in mountain bikes and tennis rackets?

Coke is used in the preparation of dyes, explosives, paints synthetic fibers, and pesticides.

What is deep mining?