Fossil Fuels and Energy Sources

The video explains fossil fuels, including coal, oil, and natural gas, their formation from ancient plants and animals, and their uses in energy production. It discusses the environmental impact of fossil fuels and the need for renewable energy sources.

What are fossil fuels primarily made from?

• Minerals and rocks

• Ancient plants and animals

• Water and air

• Sand and soil

Which type of coal has the highest carbon content?

• Lignite

• Anthracite

• Sub-bituminous

• Bituminous

What is the main reason people are moving away from coal as an energy source?

• It's difficult to mine

• It pollutes the environment

• It's too expensive

• It's not efficient

What is the most common use of oil today?

• Heating homes

• Fueling vehicles

• Lighting lamps

• Making plastics

Which country is NOT one of the top three oil suppliers?

• United States

• Russia

• Saudi Arabia

• Japan

What is a major environmental concern associated with natural gas?

• It depletes the ozone layer

• It contributes to global warming

• It increases soil erosion

• It causes acid rain

What is the process of extracting natural gas using high-pressure water called?

• Drilling

• Mining

• Fracking

• Refining

What chemical is added to natural gas to give it a detectable smell?

• Butane

• Propane

• Methane

• Mercaptan

What percentage of the country's energy production is made up by fossil fuels?

• 50%

• 65%

• 90%

• 78%

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Hydropower

• Coal

• Wind power

• Solar power