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By dumping millions of tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
Fossil fuel consists of hydrocarbons which can be burned in oxygen. The carbon binds with oxygen while the hydrogen binds with more oxygen, to form carbon dioxide and water. The formation of the chemical bonds produces the heat that we use in heat engines, in other words turbines and internal combution engines.
Carbon dioxide is a relatively heavy gas and 22.4 litres weigh 44 grams (a gram-mole). A cubic metre weighs 1.964 kg therefore 1 ton is 509 cubic metres at normal temperature and pressure.
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Which type of fossil fuel power station has the shortest start-up time?
Natural gas power stations typically have the shortest start-up time among fossil fuel power stations. This is because natural gas power plants can ramp up to full capacity quickly compared to coal or nuclear power plants.
List four costs of using fossil fuels in thermal power stations?
Carbon Dioxide, particular matter, mercury and radioactive trace elements are released/emitted from the fossil fuel thermal power stations and cause damage to the environment. Also, paying for the fuel, clean up and remediation of pollution-prevention. :)
Which is the main fuel is used in Kayamkulam Thermal power station?
The main fuel used in the Kayamkulam Thermal Power Station is natural gas. It is a combined-cycle power plant that primarily relies on natural gas to generate electricity efficiently and with lower emissions compared to other fossil fuels.
Is nuclear power a fossil fuel?
No, nuclear power is not a fossil fuel. Fossil fuels are formed from the remains of living organisms over millions of years, while nuclear power is generated by splitting atoms in a process called nuclear fission.
What is the start up time for geothermal power station?
Geothermal power stations are built by digging into the Earth's crust and tapping into the direct heat that is never ending. It generally takes around nine months to start a geothermal power station.
Is a fossil fuel power station sustainable?
No
What are the issues that when deciding where to build power station?
away from urban areas and less distance from fossil fuel areas to power station
What part of the power station is the fossil fuel burnt in?
The furnace/boiler.
How much does a power station - fossil fuelled cost?
around £3.7 billion
What is the largest source of man made mercury in the environment?
power plants fueled by fossil fuels
What type of power station has the shortest start up time?
A gas-fired power station has the shortest start up time out of all three fossil fuels
What types of energy transformations are in a fossil fuel power station?
Chemical > Thermal > Kinetic > Electrical
How does a fossil fuel power station work?
A fossil fuel power station burns coal, oil, or natural gas to produce heat which then converts water into steam. The steam drives a turbine connected to a generator, producing electricity. This electricity is then transmitted through power lines to homes and businesses.
Are nuclear power stations better for the environment than power stations that burn fossil fuels?
Yes
Does wind power cause any damage to the environment?
While wind power is generally considered a clean and renewable energy source, it can have some negative impacts on the environment. These may include bird and bat fatalities from collisions with turbines, habitat destruction during construction, and potential noise pollution for surrounding ecosystems. However, compared to fossil fuels, the environmental damage from wind power is significantly lower.
What is the difference between electricity being made in a fossil fuel power station to being made in a nuclear power station?
The difference is only the material that is being used to generate electricity.
What is the same between wind power and fossil fuel?
Both wind power and fossil fuels are used to generate electricity. Additionally, they both have the potential to impact the environment, although wind power is considered cleaner and more sustainable compared to fossil fuels.
