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Where does most of our energy come from?
the sun
Why is energy from petroleum referred to as stored energy?
The energy from the petroleum is only accessable when the fuel is burnt, if the petroleum itself doesn't undergo burning the energy isn't released. So the energy is called 'stored' or 'potential' energy.
What is the definition of petroleum energy?
It's the kind of energy that is obtained from burning petroleum products.
How is petroleum used as a source of energy?
the petroleum is used as fuel. it is burned, letting out a burst of energy
5 sources of heat and light?
5 Sources of heat and light energy? 1. Sun 2. petroleum 3. natural gas 4. coal 5. solar energy
Where does most of our energy come from?
the sun
Where did the energy come from to create oil?
If we assume that petroleum was created from decaying plants, the ultimate energy source is the Sun's energy.If we assume that petroleum was created from decaying plants, the ultimate energy source is the Sun's energy.If we assume that petroleum was created from decaying plants, the ultimate energy source is the Sun's energy.If we assume that petroleum was created from decaying plants, the ultimate energy source is the Sun's energy.
How does the petrol came originally from energy from the sun?
It is usually believed that petroleum is the result of decay of living beings - i.e., plants and animals. Probably mainly plants. These plants get their energy from the Sun. Animals, which directly or indirectly eat plants, thus also indirectly get their energy from the Sun.
What is petroleum energy?
Petroleum energy is energy derived from petroleum products: gasoline, diesel fuel, heating oil, etc.
Why solar energy has not overtaken petroleum as an alternative source of energy?
Petroleum is cheaper.
Is nuclear energy petroleum energy?
No, it is completely different. Petroleum is a fossil fuel
Why is energy from petroleum referred to as stored energy?
The energy from the petroleum is only accessable when the fuel is burnt, if the petroleum itself doesn't undergo burning the energy isn't released. So the energy is called 'stored' or 'potential' energy.
What is the definition of petroleum energy?
It's the kind of energy that is obtained from burning petroleum products.
Can you give me some examples of energy resources?
Coal, Petroleum, Sun, Wind, Nuclear power, Geothermal power, Natural Gas, and Biomass are all energy resources.
How do people make energy?
from sun light, from wind, from water falls, from biomass, from coal, from natural gas, from petroleum, from wood, from nuclear, ...
How is petroleum used as a source of energy?
the petroleum is used as fuel. it is burned, letting out a burst of energy
What the source of petroleum?
Petroleum is called a fossil fuel because it was made from the remains of plants. The energy in petroleum came from the energy in the plants and animals.
