F. Moisture Content
The moisture content of coal comprises with intrinsic water
content and adherent water content, if adherent water content is
greater, it will accelerate oxidation to increase the risk of self
heating and also more bilge water will be generated, also it will
cause trouble for discharge. Also water content will give off to
air when cargo temperature rise, it will increase the air pressure
inside the cargo hold, sometimes can cause damage to the
bulkhead.