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Kick off your advanced lesson with these thought-provoking coal bell ringers. The prompts encourage students to consider what coal is and how it’s formed, and to discuss the environmental impacts of coal mining and burning. These questions activate prior knowledge and set the stage for a deeper, more technical discussion about this energy source.
What is coal? Can you describe what it looks like and where you might find it?
How is coal formed? Describe the process and the conditions needed for coal formation.
Discuss the environmental impacts of coal mining and burning. What are some alternatives to coal for energy production?
