Fossil Fuels
These are what fossil fuels are made out of
Decomposing plants and animals
A characteristic that means they take millions of years to form and cannot be quickly replaced.
Non - renewable
A use that means fossil fuels are burned in power plants to produce a large amount of electricity to be used by many.
Electricity Generation
Burning fossil fuels releases harmful gases like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides that cause smog and respiratory diseases.
Air Pollution
Coal, petroleum, natural gas, and heavy oils are all examples of this.
Fossil Fuels
A characteristic that means they are the most common source of energy worldwide (coal, oil, natural gas).
Widely used
A use that means petrol and diesel power transportations such as cars, trucks, ships, and airplanes.
Transportation
Fossil fuels emit large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO₂), a greenhouse gas that traps heatand leads to global warming.
Climate Change
Carbon and Hydrogen
A characteristic that means they are composed mainly of carbon and hydrogen (hydrocarbons).
Carbon-based
A use that means natural gas and oil are commonly used for household and industrial heating, as well as cooking.
Heating and Cooking
Sulfur and nitrogen compounds from burning coal and oil mix with water in the atmosphere, forming acids that damage forests, soils, and buildings.
Acid Rain
Fossil fuels are found in this type or rock.
Sedimentary Rocks
A characteristic that means their combustion produces greenhouse gases (like CO₂) and pollutants that harm the environment.
Polluting
A use that means fossil fuels power factories and are used in making steel, cement, and other essential materials.
Industrial Production
Mining and drilling for fossil fuels destroy habitats, pollute water sources, and harm wildlife.
Environmental Damage
This fossilized organism comprises more than 50% of a piece of coal's weight
Fossilized plant
A characteristic that means they release a large amount of energy when burned, which makes them efficient fuel sources.
High energy content
A use that means oil and gas serve as primary source which are needed for products such as plastics, fertilizers, medicines, and other chemical products.
Raw Materials for Products
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