Question

Read the characteristics given in the box and identify the type of coal from the option given below:

• A. Pit Coal
• B. Anthracite Coal
• C. Lignite Coal
• D. Bituminous Coal

Hint:

Lignite coal, also called brown coal, is considered the lowest rank of coal, containing high moisture and low carbon content.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Based on the given characteristics:
- This is low grade brown coal.
- The principal reserves are in Neyveli in Tamil Nadu.
- It is soft with high moisture content.
This matches the properties of Lignite Coal, making option (C) the correct answer.