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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Fossil Fuels are:

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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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How long does it take for fossil fuels to form?

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Millions of years.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What kinds of particles needed to be present in the marine mud for fossil fuels to form?

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Mostly decaying organisms.

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Coal is formed from:

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Plant remains along with heat and pressure.

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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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What is the primary use of fossil fuels?

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To produce energy for electricity, heating, and transportation.

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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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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources, like fossil fuels, cannot.