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The Fortunate Conjunction of Coal Deposits and the Skills Necessary

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The fortunate conjunction of coal deposits and the skills necessary to extract this fuel encouraged the substitution of coal for wood,thus creating the promising framework for industrialization.


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Scoria Cone

A small, steep volcanic cone built from lava fragments (scoria) ejected during gas-charged explosive eruptions.

Pumice

A light, porous volcanic rock formed from explosive eruptions, known for its ability to float on water.

Welded Tuff

A type of rock formed from volcanic ash ejected during an eruption, which then falls and welds together under high temperature and pressure.

Feldspar

A group of rock-forming silicate minerals that make up a significant portion of the Earth's crust, commonly found in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.

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