ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Coal bin

Hello there, little one!

Do you know what coal is? It's a black, rocky substance that comes from underground and is used to make fire. But where do people keep all that coal they use to make fire? In a coal bin, of course!

A coal bin is like a big box or room where people store their coal. It's usually found in the basement of a building or house, and it's where the coal delivery person puts all the coal they bring to the building. The coal bin might have a little door on the side or on top so the coal can be easily scooped out and used in stoves, furnaces, or other heating devices.

Coal bins are usually made of steel, concrete, or brick so they can hold all that heavy coal without breaking. And they're designed to keep the coal dry so it doesn't get moldy or unusable. Some coal bins even have ventilation systems to help air circulate and prevent moisture buildup.

In summary, a coal bin is a big, sturdy box or room that people use to store coal, and it helps keep the coal dry and easy to use.
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