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Lignite coal

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Lignite coal is a type of low-grade coal that is brownish-black in color. It is formed from peat through the process of coalification and has a lower carbon content compared to other types of coal.

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