Why sprinkling water on coal matters 🥶

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In this informative video, we dive into the fascinating science behind the common practice of sprinkling water on coal during train transport. Discover why this seemingly simple procedure is vital to preventing spontaneous coal combustion, which can be triggered by the heat generated through friction and collisions within the train's carriage. Learn about coal's porous nature that leads to rapid internal moisture evaporation and understand how maintaining a moisture layer on the coal's surface not only reduces the chances of it igniting but also minimizes harmful dust emissions. Packed with enlightening visualizations and expert interviews, this video answers the question: "Why do we constantly sprinkle water on coal when it's transported by train?" Tune in and deepen your understanding of these practical yet important aspects of coal transportation safety and environmental responsibility.

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🔥 Title:
Why sprinkling water on coal matters 🥶

🔑 Key Words:
Coal Transport
Train Transportation
Water Sprinkling
Combustible Material
Coal Ignition
Friction Heat
Pollution Prevention
Coal Dust
Safety Measures
Porous Coal
Moisture Evaporation
Spontaneous Combustion
Fire Safety
Dust Suppression
Environmental Concerns
Coal Industry
Train Carriages
Coal Combustion
Transportation Safety
Heat Generation

[FTWB]

They actually do it to reduce product loss in the form of dust. Depending on the fines content of the coal, up to 1% of each cars load can be lost by just blowing away. The “water” is actually a type of foam that minimizes loss

[emergingtuna]

Coal is really hard to ignite, they do it to keep the dust down

[Ominous]

Yes, it's water, but it's actually water with paper pulp. That's the white stuff you see. Wet paper pulp is also used for storage of coal. The paper pulp retains moisture. So the paper pulp reduces the toxic dust and soot. I've learned a lot about it as a landscaper on industrial sites.

[kopoc]

My barbecue begs to differ, hardest shit to ignite

[DL]

The mines I worked at used Magnesium Chloride. It locks the dust down.

The Wyoming coal fields don’t use water-moisture can cause brown coal to self ignite

[Mafia]

Until you try to light a coal furnace on a cold night, then that shit never lights lmao

[christinasornbutnark]

I learn so much from this dude. Thank you dude. 😊

[mikehunt]

Water is applied to Coal through the entire process from mining to transport sizing grading pretty much up to the point you want to burn it

[razzberry]

they’re hiding the fact that coal is sentient and needs to drink water

[gosshawk]

Wow an actually informative short form video, thank you

[WentzCraft]

In Canada the sprayer uses a latex coating and is applied at specific locations along the line.

[Helicoprion]

Coal is also sold at a certain moisture content, if it's too dry then they're essentially giving away free coal because they still have to make weight

[benfurnish]

Used to work as a security guard on a coal plant. One day in summer, half of the coal field just burst into flames

[tulin_enjoyer]

Thanks for the very fast and easy information. Other channels would've dragged this out for the full minute.

[johndanielwood]

We don’t do this in Australia, however our goal generally has lower ash content, so it’s basically less porous and holds together better. Our goal is generally more close to a carbon pencil (ex Aussie coal miner)

[drehgonden]

They do not care about pollution it’s a profit thing.

[adityaranjansahoo]

Factory Manager:-" is it 2 tonnes?"
Loco Pilot:-" Sure it is...we even sprinkled Water to make sure it is 2 tonnes"
Manager:👁️😑

[tommybotts]

And the coal appreciates it because it is very refreshing.

[xuwkujp]

Nevermind the dust itself can ignite spontaneously.

[darlahorton]

I'm 57 years old and I did not know this. People you are never too old to learn something new.