17.3 Consequences of Fossil Fuel Use

When fossil fuels are being burnt and they release ___________.

• carbon dioxide

• methane

• nitrogen

• ozone

This compound is released into the atmosphere when coal is being burnt, which causes acid rain.

• sulfur dioxide

• carbon dioxide

• water

• methane

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Which of the following is found in cars to reduce the amount of pollution they create?

• catalytic convertor

• muffler

• air intake manifold

• windshield

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Which fossil fuel contaminates water from runoff and is from many sources such as cars and industries ?

• oil

• carbon dioxide

• mercury

• lead

This pollutant is present in coal in trace amounts and is released when coal is burnt in power plants. Also, has been known to affect the mind.

• mercury

• silver oxide

• carbon dioxide

• carbon monoxide

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_____________________ occurs when sulfide minerals in rocks react with oxygen and water to produce sulfuric acid.

• Acid drainage

• Strip mining

• Oil spills

• Energy conservation

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Which region of the world has the least oil according to the map?

• Australia

• Middle East

• USA

• Northern Europe

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Which region of the world has the most oil according to the map?

• Australia

• Middle East

• USA

• Northern Europe

____________ _____________ is the practice of reducing energy use to prevent depletion and environmental damage.

• Energy conservation

• Gasoline tax

• Conservation tactics

• Energy Consumption

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Where are most fossils found?

• A. In sand dunes
• B. In volcanoes
• C. In igneous rocks 
• D. In sedimentary rocks 

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