Fossil Fuels

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What are fossil fuels?

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

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Name three types of fossil fuels.

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Coal, natural gas, and petroleum.

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What is coal used for?

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Coal is used for generating electricity and as fuel for heating.

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What is natural gas used for?

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Natural gas is used for heating, cooking, and generating electricity.

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What is petroleum used for?

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Petroleum is used to make gasoline, diesel, and other products.

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What does non-renewable mean?

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Non-renewable means that the resource cannot be replaced quickly; it takes millions of years to form.

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How do we use fossil fuels to create electricity?

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We burn fossil fuels to produce heat, which turns water into steam that drives turbines to generate electricity.

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Why are fossil fuels important?

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Fossil fuels are important because they provide energy for electricity, transportation, and heating.

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What happens when we burn fossil fuels?

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When we burn fossil fuels, they release energy, but also produce carbon dioxide and other pollutants.

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What is the main environmental concern with fossil fuels?

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The main concern is that burning fossil fuels contributes to air pollution and climate change.