Fossil Fuels

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What must be present for Fossil Fuels to form?

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Dead Organisms, Layers of Sediment, and Heat & Pressure over time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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Coal is formed from what?

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Plant remains along with heat and pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What are Fossil Fuels?

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Fuels that form from the remains of plant and other organisms that were buried and altered over millions of years.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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Which fossil fuel is formed when more heat and pressure is applied to OIL?

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Natural gas.

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Why should we conserve fossil fuels?

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One day they will run out.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What are the main types of fossil fuels?

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Coal, Oil, and Natural Gas.

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How long does it take for fossil fuels to form?

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Millions of years.

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What is the primary component of coal?

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Carbon.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the process of fossil fuel formation called?

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Fossilization.

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What is the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels?

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It releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5