coal Flashcards by darylle r.

The following are the applications of coal energy in the Philippines except:
a. Lighting
b. Metal
c. Cement
d. Textile Production

d. Textile Production

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Since the 1990s, coal has come mainly from these countries except:
a. Australia
b. Indonesia
c. United States of America
d. Vietnam

c. United States of America

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The location of Anda Power Corporation
a. Mabalacat, Pampanga
b. Limay, Bataan
c. Mauban, Quezon
d. Pagbilao, Quezon

a. Mabalacat, Pampanga

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This coal-fired power plant is located in Mariveles, Bataan
a. APEC
b. Dinginin
c. Mariveles Power Gen. Corp.
d. Masinloc

c. Mariveles Power Gen. Corp.

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It is the most deadly coal mine accident in history.
a. Benxihu Colliery Disaster
b. Buffalo Creek
c. Chasnala
d. Luisenthal

a. Benxihu Colliery Disaster

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It is developed by the US DOE to improve coal combustion efficiency and reduce
emissions.
a. Clean Coal Technology
b. Conveyor Systems
c. Hoists
d. Pumps

a. Clean Coal Technology

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A process involving heat and pressure, can significantly enhance coal’s fuel efficiency by
converting it into a refined gas or liquid, and powering a steam turbine.
a. Scrubbers
b. Integrated Gasification
Combined Cycle
c. Fluidized Bed Combustion
d. Low NOx Burners

b. Integrated Gasification
Combined Cycle

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It is the heat energy that coal releases.
a. Ash Level
b. Coal’s Calorific Value
c. Moisture Level
d. Sulfur Correction

b. Coal’s Calorific Value

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The three ways in which the gravimetric density of a coal is presented except:
a. Btu/lb
b. kcal/kg
c. kg/s
d. MJ/kg

c. kg/s

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A tool used to determine the calorific value of coal
a. Bulldozer
b. Calorimeter
c. Dragline
d. Excavator

b. Calorimeter

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What is the fundamental definition of coal?
a. A hard, black mineral used for jewelry.
b. A type of natural gas found underground.
c. A black or brownish-black sedimentary rock, primarily composed of carbon and
hydrocarbons, that can be burned for fuel and is used to generate electricity.
d. A metamorphic rock formed from volcanic activity.

c. A black or brownish-black sedimentary rock, primarily composed of carbon and
hydrocarbons, that can be burned for fuel and is used to generate electricity.

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Which of the following best describes the formation process of coal?
a. Molten rock solidifying over millions of years.
b. The compression of seashells and marine organisms under the ocean.
c. Dead plant matter in swamp environments being subjected to heat and pressure
over hundreds of millions of years, transforming from peat to a carbon-dense
rock.
d. The chemical reaction between minerals and water deep within the Earth’s crust.

c. Dead plant matter in swamp environments being subjected to heat and pressure
over hundreds of millions of years, transforming from peat to a carbon-dense
rock.

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Which of the following is the highest rank of coal, characterized by its hardness,
brittleness, black luster, and high fixed carbon content?
a. Lignite
b. Subbituminous
c. Bitumino
d. Anthracite

d. Anthracite

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What is Power Plant Ash (Fly Ash & Bottom Ash) primarily produced from?
a. The filtration of water used in power plants.
b. The burning of natural gas to generate electricity.
c. The burning of coal in coal-fired power plants, resulting in by-products like fly
ash and bottom ash.
d. The processing of nuclear materials in power plants.

c. The burning of coal in coal-fired power plants, resulting in by-products like fly

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What is one of the environmental benefits of reusing coal ash?
a. Increased air pollution around power plants.
b. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by decreasing the need for landfill disposal
and the use of other materials.
c. Greater disruption of natural habitats due to mining activities.
d. Higher consumption of water resources in manufacturing processes.

b. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by decreasing the need for landfill disposal
and the use of other materials.

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Which of the following is a primary use of coal worldwide?
a. As a primary component in manufacturing plastics.
b. As the most abundant source for generating electricity, currently providing over a
third of the global supply.
c. As a key ingredient in the production of aluminum foil.
d. As a common fuel source for airplanes and other aircraf

b. As the most abundant source for generating electricity, currently providing over a
third of the global supply

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In the context of steel production, what is produced by baking coal in furnaces?
a. Iron ore
b. Steel ingots
c. Coal coke
d. Stainless steel

c. Coal coke

What is a significant characteristic of lignite coal?
a. It has the highest heating value among all coal ranks.
b. It is known for its shiny and smooth appearance.
c. It is the lowest grade of coal with the least concentration of carbon, a low heating
value, and a high moisture content.
d. It is primarily used in the production of high-grade steel.

c. It is the lowest grade of coal with the least concentration of carbon, a low heating
value, and a high moisture content.

What is one of the economic benefits of reusing coal ash?
a. Increased costs for power plant operations.
b. Reduced costs associated with coal ash disposal, increased revenue from sales,
and savings from using it instead of more expensive materials.
c. Higher prices for consumer goods made with coal ash.
d. Decreased demand for concrete and other building materials.

b. Reduced costs associated with coal ash disposal, increased revenue from sales,
and savings from using it instead of more expensive materials.

Besides electricity generation and heating, what is another significant use of coal?
a. As a primary component in manufacturing computer chips.
b. In the production of steel and various chemicals, including ammonia, which is
used in fertilizers.
c. As a major component in the production of synthetic fabrics like polyester.
d. As a common fuel source for automobiles and other vehicles.

b. In the production of steel and various chemicals, including ammonia, which is
used in fertilizers.

It provides guidelines for coal exploration, exploitation, development, and utilization in
the Philippines, establishing the coal service contract system.
a. Presidential Decree No. 972 (PD 972)
b. PD 1174
c. BED Circular No. Series of 1978
d. BED Circular No. 81-11-10

a. Presidential Decree No. 972 (PD 972)

Which is NOT a major supplier of Coal?
a. United States
b. China
c. Japan
d. Russia

c. Japan

Compared to oil and renewable energy sources, coal power is described as?
a. More expensive
b. Equally expensive
c. Cheaper & more
cost-effective
d. Unreliable

c. Cheaper & more
cost-effective

What advantage does coal have over wind and solar energy regarding its energy source?
a. It is more environmentally friendly
b. It is weather-dependent
c. It requires more capital
d. It is a full-time, dependable source of energy

d. It is a full-time, dependable source of energy

Coal mining has a long history, particularly during which period? a. The Information Age b. The 19th and 20th centuries' industrial revolutions c. The Renaissance d. The Stone Age

b. The 19th and 20th centuries' industrial revolutions

Coal-terminated plants produce what kind of waste? a. Harmful elements in wasteful material b. Biodegradable substances c. Recyclable materials d. Harmless compost

a. Harmful elements in wasteful material

What was the primary reason for the increased demand for coal in electricity production? a. Increased nuclear power output b. Decreased solar energy production c. Lower natural gas prices d. Insufficient hydropower output

d. Insufficient hydropower output

Which countries are the Philippines' main coal suppliers? a. China and India b. United States and Russia c. Australia and Indonesia d. Japan and South Korea

c. Australia and Indonesia

What is the projected increase in coal output in the Philippines from 2017-2018 to 2023-2040, according to the Philippine Department of Energy? a. From 23 MMMT to 282 MMMT b. From 14,579 MW to 21,836 MW c. From 52% to 70% d. From 21% to 52%

a. From 23 MMMT to 282 MMMT

What poisonous byproducts are emitted by coal? a. Oxygen and Hydrogen b. Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Sulfur Dioxide c. Helium and neon d. Water Vapor

b. Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Sulfur Dioxide

During the 1300s in North America, the _______ used coal for cooking, heating and to bake the pottery they made from clay. a. Hopi Indians b. Americans c. Navajo d. Hopi Americans

a. Hopi Indians

This circular outlines the Coal Mine Safety and Health Rules and Regulations, which are mandatory for all coal mine operations. a. Department Circular No. DC2018-12-0028 b. Presidential Decree No. 972 (Coal Development Act of 1976) c. Circular issued on November 26, 1981 d. R.A. 11058 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards Act)

a. Department Circular No. DC2018-12-0028

Which country has the most usage of coal worldwide with 26% consumed by percentage? a. China b. Russia c. United States d. Australia

c. United States

Electrical plant that is coal based that is used to be built near coal mines is called? a. Mine Plant b. Electrical Coal Plant c. Coal Plant d. Mine Mouth

d. Mine Mouth

Coal also has the unique advantage of being able to be stored on-site, providing weeks or even months of fuel supply at the power plant. a. Coal is a stable, secure energy source b. Coal is Widely Available c. Coal is Inexpensive d. Coal is Versatile

a. Coal is a stable, secure energy source

It was in the ____ when coal was first used to generate electricity for homes and factories. a. 1890s b. 1790s c. 1880s d. 1900s

c. 1880s

The person named _______ invented the steam engine which made it possible for machines to do work previously done by humans and animals. a. George Stephenson b. Eli Whitney c. James Watt d. Thomas Newcomen

c. James Watt

This decree, as amended by PD 1174, provides the legal framework for coal exploration, development, and utilization, including safety and health provisions. a. BED CIRCULAR NO. 81-11-10, "GUIDELINES FOR COAL OPERATIONS IN THE PHILIPPINES" b. Department Circular No. DC2018-12-0028 c. Presidential Decree No. 972 (Coal Development Act of 1976) d. BED CIRCULAR NO.1, Series of 1978, "COAL MINE SAFETY RULES AND

c. Presidential Decree No. 972 (Coal Development Act of 1976)

____ is the most plentiful fuel in the fossil family and it has the longest and, perhaps, the most varied history. a. Coke b. Charcoal c. Fossil Fuels d. Coal

d. Coal

During this time, factories were built, to produce goods such as textiles, iron, and chemicals on a large scale. The steam-engine was invented, which could do more work than men or animals. a. Civil Revolution b. Progressive Era c. Gilded Age d. Industrial Revolution

d. Industrial Revolution