Multiple choice

Energy that is produced commercially from coal is called

  1. light energy

  2. kinetic energy

  3. thermal energy

  4. potential energy
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C Correct answer
Explanation

When coal is burned in thermal power plants to generate electricity, the chemical energy stored in the coal is converted into heat, which is referred to as thermal energy. This thermal energy turns water into steam to drive turbines.

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