What is Coal? How was it formed? Is it a fossil?

Coal is a combustible black or dark brown rock composed mostly of carbon and hydrocarbons.

It was formed millions of years ago when plant remains were trapped and compressed under the Earth’s surface.

When subjected to high pressures and temperatures over time, these plants forms coal.

Coal is a fossil fuel, which means it was formed from the remains of living plants and animals.

Coal is typically used as a source of energy, such as for heating and in electricity production.

Examples of coal include anthracite, bituminous, subbituminous, and lignite.

Coal is a non-renewable resource, meaning it will eventually run out.

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