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coal mine exhibit

A coal mine exhibit showcases how coal is extracted from beneath the Earth's surface. It typically includes displays of mining equipment, historical tools, and models that illustrate the mining process—from drilling and blasting to hauling the coal out of the mine. The exhibit may also highlight the importance of coal as an energy source, environmental considerations, and the lives of miners. It offers visitors an educational look at the technology, labor, and industry behind coal mining, helping them understand its role in powering electricity and its impact on communities and the environment.