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What are two types of environmental problems that may arise because of the use of fossil fuels in your power station?
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- Burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) releases carbon dioxide (CO2) a greenhouse gas which is causing global warming.
- Burning fossil fuels also releases sulphur and nitrous dioxides, which cause acid rain.
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What toe types of environmental problems may arise because of the use of fossil fuels in your power stations?
it bring about pollution to the environment as in the choking and pungent smell of the petrol
Identify three environmental problems caused by the burning of fossil fuels?
Acid rainGlobal WarmingPhotochemical Smog
What are environmental problems of coal?
Yes, it is a fossil fuel and when burned (combustion), it pollutes the atmosphere creating co2. Very harmful.
How does nuclear energy conserve fossil fuels?
Nuclear energy conserves the use of fossil fuel because if there is a nuclear power station there is no need to burn fossil fuel in that region.
Relate a current environmental problem with possible causes?
The current environmental problems are caused by most of the human activities in the world. Some of the main causes include burning fossil fuels, transportation, industries and many more.
Is a fossil fuel power station sustainable?
No
What is not an environmental consequence of using fossil fuels?
A worldwide infrastructure extracts, processes, and transports fossil fuels. (Apex)
Why should people not use fossil fuels forever?
Perhaps people should limit their use of fossil fuels because of environmental concerns. Where technology exists to replace machines that use fossil fuels, solar or wind are now viable options.
What environmental effects do fossil fuels have when burned?
They release oxygen.
What is the greatest environmental cost of fossil fuels?
Global warming.
What is an environmental consequence of using fossil fuels?
A worldwide infrastructure extracts, processes, and transports fossil fuels. (Apex)
Is not an environmental consequence of using fossil fuels?
A worldwide infrastructure extracts, processes, and transports fossil fuels. (Apex)
