Energy from Fossil Fuels Flashcards

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What are the 3 main types of fossil fuels?

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The 3 main types of fossil fuels are coal, oil and gas.

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What are some advantages of fossil fuels?

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Some of the advantages of fossil fuels are is they are reliable, they release a large amount of energy and they are abundant and relatively cheap.

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What are some disadvantages of fossil fuels?

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Some of the disadvantages of using fossil fuels are is they release huge amounts of carbon dioxide contributing to climate change, fossil fuels are non-renewable meaning they are not being replenished as we use them.

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