The Impact of Coal Mining and Thermal Power Stations (Grade 11 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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What does environmental despoliation mean?
What does environmental despoliation mean?
Damage to the environment
How much solid waste does a 1000 MW power station produce daily?
How much solid waste does a 1000 MW power station produce daily?
1000 tonnes
Why does South African coal produce more waste?
Why does South African coal produce more waste?
It is low-grade with many impurities
Which areas experienced spontaneous combustion of coal dumps?
Which areas experienced spontaneous combustion of coal dumps?
Witbank and Sasolburg
Which dangerous gases are released from burning coal dumps?
Which dangerous gases are released from burning coal dumps?
Benzene, methane, and carbon monoxide
What is South Africa's global ranking for CO2 emissions?
What is South Africa's global ranking for CO2 emissions?
Eleventh-highest
What is the electricity capacity of Medupi and Kusile power stations each?
What is the electricity capacity of Medupi and Kusile power stations each?
4800 MW
What is the primary gas that creates acid rain?
What is the primary gas that creates acid rain?
Sulfur dioxide
What is the pH range of normal rainwater?
What is the pH range of normal rainwater?
5.3 to 6.0
What happens to trees exposed to acid rain?
What happens to trees exposed to acid rain?
Lose leaves, bark damage, stunted growth