Which Type of Fuel Produces the Most Sulfur?

Which type of fuel produces the most sulfur emissions when burned?

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Nuclear

• Hydrogen

What is the primary chemical compound responsible for sulfur emissions in fossil fuels?

• Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Methane (CH4)

• Nitrogen Oxide (NOx)

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Which of the following fuels is considered the cleanest in terms of sulfur emissions?

• Natural Gas

• Coal

• Oil

• Wood

In terms of sulfur content, which fossil fuel is the most polluting?

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Petroleum

• Biomass

What process is used to remove sulfur from fuels before combustion?

• Desulfurization

• Hydrogenation

• Cracking

• Polymerization

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

Which type of coal has the highest sulfur content?

• Bituminous

• Anthracite

• Lignite

• Peat

What is the environmental impact of sulfur emissions from burning fossil fuels?

• Acid Rain

• Global Warming

• Ozone Depletion

• Eutrophication

Which of the following is a method to reduce sulfur emissions from power plants?

• Flue-Gas Desulfurization

• Catalytic Cracking

• Electrostatic Precipitation

• Carbon Capture

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

Which fuel is most likely to produce sulfuric acid as a byproduct of combustion?

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Hydrogen

• Nuclear

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

What is the main reason for removing sulfur from fuels?

• To prevent acid rain

• To increase energy efficiency

• To reduce carbon emissions

• To improve fuel economy

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3