Fossil Fuels Quiz

What are fossil fuels?

• Fossil fuels are minerals found deep within the Earth's core.

• Fossil fuels are natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals.

• Fossil fuels are man-made resources created through chemical processes.

• Fossil fuels are renewable energy sources.

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Name three types of fossil fuels.

• coal, oil, natural gas

• wood, peat, uranium

• solar, wind, hydroelectric

• geothermal, biomass, nuclear

Which fossil fuel is the most commonly used for electricity generation?

• uranium

• coal

• natural gas

• oil

What is the main component of natural gas?

• methane

• ethane

• propane

• butane

What is the process called when fossil fuels are burned to release energy?

• combustion

• condensation

• evaporation

• oxidation

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What are the environmental impacts of burning fossil fuels?

• The environmental impacts of burning fossil fuels include climate change, air pollution, habitat destruction, and water pollution.

• Promoted renewable energy, protected wildlife habitats, conserved natural resources

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions, decreased pollution, preserved ecosystems

• Increased biodiversity, improved air quality, enhanced water quality

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What are some alternatives to fossil fuels?

• Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass. Other alternatives include nuclear energy and hydrogen fuel cells.

• Biofuels made from animal fat

• Electricity from burning trash

• Coal, oil, and natural gas

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What is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions from human activities?

• Driving electric cars

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Using plastic bags

• Eating meat

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What is the term for the gradual increase in the Earth's average temperature due to human activities?

• global warming

• climate change

• ozone depletion

• acid rain

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Why is it important to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels?

• Dependence on fossil fuels has no impact on climate change or air pollution.

• Reducing our dependence on fossil fuels is important for several reasons, including sustainability, mitigating climate change and air pollution, and promoting economic growth.

• Reducing our dependence on fossil fuels is not important.

• Fossil fuels are a sustainable source of energy.

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