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According to the most recent figures, the USA primarily uses these energy sources, listed from highest to lowest usage:
- petroleum (oil) - used primarily (92%) in transportation and as the main substance in manufacture of petroleum-based goods, ex. tires, plastics, health products, plastic packaging for other products
- natural gas - used primarily for residential and business heating
- coal - used primarily in industries now, but bituminous (soft) coal used to be the #1 source of generating heat in homes and businesses. Bituminous (soft) coal and Anthracite (hard) coal are still available in abundant amounts, but both are non-renewable sources AND can greatly contribute to air pollution. *Coal is likely the most abundant energy source. But natural gas, especially with fracking, is a close second.
- nuclear energy - to generate electricity
- renewable energy
Electricity is a secondary energy source. It must be generated using a primary energy source, such as coal. Hydro-power (water driven) sources of electricity were not listed in the break-down of sources.
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Energy sources is most abundant in the US?
Coal
Which of the following energy sources is most abundant of the US?
gas hydrates
Which energy source does the US have in abundant supply?
Coal
What is the energy sources of the US?
Hydroelectric power
Which of the following statements describes the energy resources of the US?
Most energy comes from nonrenewable energy sources (APEX) ;)
How many different energy sources are in the us?
6
What is the most abundant fossil fuel produced in the us?
petroleum.
Why don't you have hydrogen in the US?
There is lots of hydrogen in the US. It is the most abundant substance in the universe.
Are Bluegill native to the US?
Yes. The most abundant of the sunfishes here.
What are unconventional energy sources?
Unconventional Energy not to be confused with renewable energy. For the US unconventional energy sources are: nuclear(which is not for many other countries, e.g. France), bio-fuels, solar, geothermal and wind.
What percentage of energy used in the us comes from renewable sources?
13.2%
What geographic region of the US has the most abundant fertile land?
north central
