Which town in the Pavlodar region, with huge open-cast coal mines, is the site of some of the largest coal-fired power stations in Kazakhstan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Ekibastuz
- Step 1: The region has one of the biggest coal basins in Eurasia. Step 2. Coal is dug from the surface and burned in nearby stations. Answer: Ekibastuz. Why not the others: The other towns are known for other industries.
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