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Why is it necessary to have a coal storage yard near the plant?(a) To supply to other nearby power plants(b) To cut down on varying transportation rates(c) To face any emergencies(d) Due to higher rate of deterioration due to reductionI had been asked this question in final exam.I would like to ask this question from Fuel Handling System, Storage of Coal topic in portion Steam Power Plant of Energy Engineering

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The correct ANSWER is (C) To face any emergencies

Best explanation: To meet the continuous demand of coal and to face any emergencies due to the short supply of coal, it is always desirable to have a coal storage yard near the plant. CAPACITY of such yard would be about 10% of annual CONSUMPTION to a maximum of 25% of annual consumption.



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