Lignite coal

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.

Related terms

Coal Mining: The process of extracting coal from underground or open-pit mines for various purposes, including electricity generation and industrial use.

Fossil Fuels:

Natural resources such as coal, oil, and natural gas that are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals over millions of years.

Combustion:

The chemical reaction between a fuel (such as lignite) and oxygen that produces heat energy.