Understanding Natural Gas and Oil

What are natural gas and oil formed from?

• Remains of ancient plants and animals

• Minerals in the Earth's crust

• Volcanic activity

• Ocean water

Why is natural gas considered a cleaner source of energy compared to other fossil fuels?

• It produces less pollution when burned

• It is cheaper to extract

• It is more abundant

• It is renewable

What is a major use of oil mentioned in the passage?

• Fueling vehicles and machinery

• Generating solar power

• Building wind turbines

• Purifying water

How is natural gas typically transported?

• Through pipelines

• By trucks

• In barrels

• By ships

What concern is associated with the reliance on fossil fuels like natural gas and oil?

• Climate change

• Deforestation

• Water scarcity

• Overpopulation