What is the dangers of oil as a fossil fuel?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/19/2019

Oil is a carbon-rich substance, and by burning it, we release a lot of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Carbon Dioxide is a greenhouse gas, so this can increase the Greenhouse Effect, which is linked to global warming.

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∙ 14y ago

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