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Conventional Sources of Energy — Question 8

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Question 2(d)

(i) State two advantages of coal as a source of power.

(ii) Where is the oldest oilfield located in India?

Answer

(i) Two advantages of coal as a source of power are-

  1. Energy produced from coal fired plants is cheaper and more affordable than other energy sources.
  2. Coal is easy to burn and produces high energy upon combustion.

(ii) The oldest oilfield in India is Digboi oilfield situated in Tinsukhia district of Assam.