In coal formation, Decaying swamps are covered with seawater
what is Coal?
Coal is a solid fossil fuel material that is black in color and readily combustible it contains a large amount of carbon based material.
- Coal formation begins in swampy areas where there is enough groundwater and is near or slightly above the topsoil.
- The plants or flora present in the areas decomposes to produces organic matter that is needed.
- For the organic matter to be produced, the plants must be buried in water for it to decompose.
Therefore, decaying of swaps covered with sea water is a major step in Coal formation as they aid the decomposition and formation of organic matter.
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