![]() ![]() Within the coal mining industry, this type of coal is known for releasing the largest amounts of firedamp, a dangerous mixture of gases that can cause underground explosions. It commands a higher price than other grades of bituminous coal (thermal coal) used for heating and power generation. Bituminous coal suitable for smelting iron ( coking coal or metallurgical coal ) must be low in sulfur and phosphorus. Bituminous coal is formed from sub-bituminous coal that is buried deeply enough to be heated to 85 ☌ (185 ☏) or higher.īituminous coal is used primarily for electrical power generation and in the steel industry. It is the most abundant rank of coal, with deposits found around the world, often in rocks of Carboniferous age. Its quality is ranked higher than lignite and sub-bituminous coal, but lesser than anthracite. Its coloration can be black or sometimes dark brown often there are well-defined bands of bright and dull material within the seams. ![]() Bituminous coal, or black coal, is a type of coal containing a tar-like substance called bitumen or asphalt. ![]()
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