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Write any two problems associated with the thermal type of power generation.
What are the problems associated with the thermal type of power generation?
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- Air pollution caused due to burning of coal: Burning of coal emits gases like carbon dioxide, sulphur oxide and nitrogen oxide, which are harmful to living beings.
- Release of soot particles in the environment: Along with the gases released due to the burning of coal, soot particles are released in the environment, which can cause fatal respiratory problems.
- Coal is a non-renewable source of energy. So, this method of power generation will put a limit on the availability of coal in the future.
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