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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Ash Ash The term 'Ash' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as '  Impurities consisting of silica, iron, alumina, and other noncombustible matter that are contained in coal. Ash increases the weight of coal, adds to the cost of handling, and can affect its burning characteristics Ash content is measured as a percent by weight of coal on an 'as received' or a 'dry' (moisture-free, usually part of a laboratory analysis) basis'. Previous 5 Terms: ASCS ASCS ASEAN aseismic ridge ASFSA Next 5 Terms: Ash (volcanic) Ash cloud Ash flow Ashfall Advisory ASIA About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.