Question

Write the difference between Anthracite and Bituminous coal.

Answer 1

Anthracite coal:

1. Contains more than 80% carbon.

2. It is hard, black and compact.

3. It is of the best quality.

4. It is found in J & K.

Bituminous coal:

1. Contains 60% to 80% carbon.

2. It is of a lower grade than anthracite.

3. It is of medium quality.

4. It is found in Jharkhand, Orissa, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.