Fossil Fuels Review

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What type of fossil fuel is mined from the ground?

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Coal is a type of fossil fuel that is mined from the ground.

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Why are fossil fuels classified as nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels are classified as nonrenewable because they take millions of years to replace.

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What are the main fossil fuels formed from dead marine organisms?

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Oil and Natural Gas are the main fossil fuels formed from dead marine organisms.

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What do fossil fuels provide energy for?

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Fossil fuels provide energy to run schools, homes, and businesses.

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What are the three main types of fossil fuels?

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The three main types of fossil fuels are oil, coal, and natural gas.

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What is required for fossil fuels to form?

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Dead organisms, layers of sediment, and heat & pressure over time are required for fossil fuels to form.

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What is coal primarily made from?

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Coal is primarily made from the remains of ancient plants.

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How long does it take for fossil fuels to form?

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It takes millions of years for fossil fuels to form.

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What is the main use of fossil fuels?

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The main use of fossil fuels is to generate energy.

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What is natural gas primarily used for?

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Natural gas is primarily used for heating and cooking.