Unit 2 Non-Renewable Resources Environmental Science B

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a general term for any hydrocarbon that can be used as fuel; chiefly petroleum, natural gas, and coal, which are derived from the organic remains of ancient organisms

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Fossil Fuels:

Definition

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Oil

Coal

Natural Gas

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Fossil Fuels:

Examples

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living or derived from living organisms

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Organic:

Definition

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Carbon-based

Biotic

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Organic:

Examples

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a chemical composed entirely or primarily of carbon and hydrogen

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Hydrocarbon:

Definition

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Ethane

Propane

Octane

Butane

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Hydrocarbon:

Examples

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forms from prehistoric forests

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Coal:

Definition

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Various types: Lignite, Bituminous, Anthracite

Some of largest deposits are in the US

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Coal:

Examples

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forms along with oil

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Natural Gas:

Definition

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Mostly methane gas

Most deposits are in the Middle East

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Natural Gas:

Examples