Fossil Fuels Flashcard

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What is gasoline derived from?

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Gasoline comes from petroleum.

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Which fossil fuel is formed from ancient plants?

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Coal is formed from the remains of ancient plants.

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels are classified as nonrenewable because they take millions of years to replace.

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What is one environmental impact of using fossil fuels?

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Environmental impacts include global warming, acid rain, and oil spills.

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Which of the following is NOT an environmental impact of fossil fuels?

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Rapid population growth is not an environmental impact of using fossil fuels.

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What is coal?

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Coal is a fossil fuel formed from the remains of ancient plants.

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What is petroleum?

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Petroleum is a liquid fossil fuel used to produce gasoline and other products.

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What is natural gas?

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Natural gas is a fossil fuel that is primarily composed of methane.

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How long does it take for fossil fuels to form?

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Fossil fuels take millions of years to form.

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What are fossil fuels used for?

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Fossil fuels are used for energy production, heating, and transportation.