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Which of the following regions is NOT mentioned in the text as having coal beds?
North America
What does the presence of coal in Antarctica suggest about its past climate?
It was once tropical
Why is the presence of coal in Antarctica surprising?
Antarctica is currently too cold for plant growth
What is the main source of coal formation according to the text?
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What is the significance of finding coal in different regions around the world?
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True or false: Coal beds were formed from the compaction and decomposition of swamp plants that lived million years ago.
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True or false: Coal beds were discovered in South America, Africa, Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and even in Antarctica.
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True or false: The current location of Antarctica could not sustain a substantial amount of life.
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True or false: The presence of coal in Antarctica suggests that it once experienced a tropical climate.
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True or false: The presence of coal in Antarctica suggests that it was once positioned closer to the equator.
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