The difference is that activated charcoal is burned at higher temperatures, so it breaks down into a fine powder. Which gives it a larger surface area than a chunk of charcoal on the grill.
About Active Charcoal Modak Recipe: Prepare this unique recipe of charcoal modak for the Ganesh chaturthi festivities at home. Cooked in sugar syrup and laced with chopped cashews and pistachios, this ...