What are fossil fuels primarily formed from?

• Atmospheric gases

• Volcanic ash

• Remains of ancient plants and animals

• Minerals and rocks

Which process involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles?

• Cementation

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Erosion

What role does erosion play in the formation of fossil fuels?

• It heats organic material

• It glues particles together

• It compacts sediments

• It moves sediments to new locations

How does compaction contribute to fossil fuel formation?

• By heating organic material

• By squeezing layers together

• By moving sediments

• By breaking down rocks

What is the purpose of cementation in the formation of fossil fuels?

• To dissolve organic material

• To bind particles into solid rock

• To transport sediments

• To increase temperature

Which fossil fuel is primarily formed from plant material in swamps?

• Coal

• Oil

• Natural gas

• Peat

What is a major use of natural gas in modern life?

• Generating electricity

• Producing fertilizers

• Building roads

• Manufacturing plastics

Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?

• They are abundant and found everywhere

• They form faster than they are used

• They take millions of years to form

• They can be easily replaced

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Natural gas

• Oil

• Coal

• Wind

What is a key environmental concern related to burning fossil fuels?

• Increasing biodiversity

• Contributing to global warming

• Improving soil fertility

• Reducing greenhouse gases