The energy of combustion of anthracite is 32 MJ/kg. If this energy is converted to electrical power at a conversion efficiency of 38%, how much anthracite is required per year to provide a steady 1GW of electrical power?

The energy of combustion of anthracite is 32 MJ/kg. If this energy is converted to electrical power at a conversion efficiency of 38%, how much anthracite is required per year to provide a steady 1GW of electrical power?

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The energy of combustion of anthracite is 32 MJ/kg. If this energy is converted to
electrical power at a conversion efficiency of 38%, how much anthracite is required
per year to provide a steady 1GW of electrical power?
3.3 million tonnes
1.9 million tonnes
2.9 million tonnes
2.6 million tonnes

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