Physicochemical analysis and mineralogical composition of Enugu coal In Nigeria for potential utilization
Date
2017
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U. P.
Abstract
The abundance of coal in certain regions of Nigeria had been described as an alternative energy solution. The potential information obtained from the physicochemical and mineralogical characterization of coal samples in such regions has enabled scientist and government to make well informed decisions. Coal samples were obtained from Okpara Mine in Enugu state Nigeria and subjected to proximate, ultimate and mineralogical analyses. The results showed that the coal had uneven particle distribution with higher content of fixed carbon and lower amount of hydrogen and volatile matter. The mineral analyses showed that the coal was rich in silicon and aluminum. The rank was bituminous coal that can be utilized for power
generation, steel industry, glass manufacturing and thermite process
Description
A research article
Keywords
Bituminous coal, mineralogical composition, utilization, Department of Chemistry
Citation
Nwoko, C. I. A., Nkwoada, A. U. & Onu, U. L (2017). Physicochemical analysis and mineralogical composition of Enugu coal in Nigeria for potential utilization. International Journal of Scientific and Technological Research, 9(1), 94 - 97