The process of generating 
electricity
 from coal involves several steps. Use synonyms
First, 
coal is mined from the ground and transported to a Linking Words
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power
 plant, the coal is burned in a furnace to produce heat. The heat generated from burning the coal is used to boil water, which produces steam. The steam Use synonyms
then
 drives a turbine, which generates Linking Words
electricity
. Use synonyms
Finally
, the Linking Words
electricity
 is sent to transformers to increase the voltage, and Use synonyms
then
 it is transmitted over Linking Words
power
 lines to homes and businesses. Use synonyms
This
 process is known as a thermal Linking Words
power
 plant, and it is one of the most common ways that Use synonyms
electricity
 is generated around the world.Use synonyms