Coal Mine Emission
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-005385
Emission of methane formed by the decomposition of organic matter, it is the most common gas found in coal mines. It is a tasteless, colorless, nonpoisonous, and odorless gas; in mines the presence of impurities may give it a peculiar smell.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-005385 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| References | Adapted from IRS Coal Excise Tax - Appendix I, Glossary of Mining Terms |
Record as JSON
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