Fossil Fuels Quiz

Which of the following is NOT considered a fossil fuel?

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Natural gas

• Oil

What is the primary source of energy in fossil fuels?

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

• Stored chemical energy

• Nuclear reactions

How are fossil fuels formed?

• From the remains of ancient plants and animals

• Through photosynthesis

• From volcanic eruptions

• By the condensation of water vapor

Which process converts dead plants into coal over millions of years?

• Natural pressure and temperature

• Combustion

• Photosynthesis

• Evaporation

What is a common use of natural gas in households?

• Fueling airplanes

• Heating homes

• Producing wind energy

• Generating solar power

Which fossil fuel provides the majority of energy for cars?

• Natural gas

• Hydrogen

• Coal

• Oil

What process do plants use to store energy that eventually becomes fossil fuels?

• Fermentation

• Combustion

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

Which of the following is an advantage of fossil fuels?

• They are easy to transport

• They are renewable

• They are infinite

• They do not pollute

What is a major environmental disadvantage of fossil fuels?

• They create an acidic environment

• They are abundant

• They are cost-effective

• They are renewable

Why are fossil fuels considered a finite resource?

• They are made from renewable materials

• They are formed over millions of years

• They are easily replenished

• They are abundant