CP3E Non-renewable resources Flashcards
1
Q
What are examples of non renewable resources
A
Fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas
2
Q
Explain the environmental impacts of burning fossil fuels
A
Releases carbon dioxide which contributes to the greenhouse effect and climate change
3
Q
State three advantages of fossil fuels as an energy source
A
1) Reliable because it can generate power at any time
2) Produce large amounts of energy per kg
3) Still relatively abundant, so cost effective
