Fossil Fuels Flashcard

Coal is a fossil fuel that is formed from the remains of ancient plants, primarily in swampy areas. It is mined from the ground and used for energy production.

Natural Gas is considered the cleanest burning fossil fuel, producing fewer pollutants and greenhouse gases compared to coal and petroleum.

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

Crude oil is also called petroleum.

Non-renewable energy sources are energy sources that cannot be replaced once they are used up, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

Petroleum is a liquid fossil fuel that is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms and is used to produce gasoline, diesel, and other products.

Natural gas is a fossil fuel that is primarily composed of methane and is used for heating, cooking, and electricity generation.

Coal is formed from the remains of ancient plants that have been subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

The main environmental concern with burning fossil fuels is the release of greenhouse gases, which contribute to climate change.