Natural Resource Distribution

Front

What natural resource is abundant in the United States, Europe, Russia, and Australia?

Back

Coal

Front

What are the three main types of fossil fuels?

Back

Coal, oil, natural gas

Front

Which country has more coal reserves than most areas globally?

Back

The United States

Front

What geological processes are responsible for the formation of fossil fuels?

Back

Plate Tectonics

Front

Which of the following is not considered a fossil fuel: coal, oil, natural gas, or electricity?

Back

Electricity

Front

What is the primary use of coal in energy production?

Back

To generate electricity and heat.

Front

How does the distribution of natural resources affect global economics?

Back

It creates disparities in energy access and economic development.

Front

What is the environmental impact of extracting fossil fuels?

Back

It can lead to pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change.

Front

What is the process of converting coal into electricity called?

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Coal combustion.

Front

What are renewable energy sources that can replace fossil fuels?

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Solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy.