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They are fuels obtained from fossil origins:

  • coal is fossilized vegetation
  • petroleum and natural gas are derived from fossilized microorganisms
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it is obvious that there from dead things

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They emit harmful gases when burned.

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What is another name for fossil fuels?

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What is another name for burning fossil fuels?

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How does the term fossil fuels get its name?

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Is fossil fuels a product?

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What statement about fossils fuels is not true?

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Name the element all fossil fuels use?

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