Fossil Fuels

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are fuels that form from the remains of plants and other organisms that were buried and altered over millions of years.

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What conditions are needed to form coal?

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Heat and pressure.

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What is an example of natural gas?

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The flame on your stove.

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What is necessary for the formation of fossil fuels?

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Extreme heat, organic (living) matter, and intense pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What is NOT necessary for the formation of fossil fuels?

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Fresh water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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Which layer formed first in geological terms?

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Rock Layer Z.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is the primary component of natural gas?

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Methane.

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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 are the three main types of fossil fuels?

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Coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is coal primarily used for?

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Generating electricity and as a fuel for industrial processes.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2