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Sulphur in fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) causes problems because when the fuel is burnt, sulphur dioxide is produced. This gas mixes with water vapour and rain in the atmosphere and falls as acid rain. Acid rain damages soils, crops, lakes, fish stocks and even buildings.
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Are fossil fuels a solution or a problem?
Fossil fuels are a problem due to their contribution to climate change through the release of greenhouse gases when burned. Transitioning to renewable energy sources is viewed as a solution to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate their environmental impact.
What is one major problem caused by using fossil fuels.?
One major problem caused by using fossil fuels is air pollution. The burning of fossil fuels releases harmful pollutants into the air, leading to smog, respiratory issues, and other health problems for humans and wildlife.
What is the origin of sulphur dioxide?
Although there are many potential sources of sulphur dioxide the primary concern is the comes from burning fossil fuels (coal and oil). The are referred to as "sour" fuels. Sulfur dioxide has the formula SO2. It is formed by burning sulfur, which is an impurity in coal and crude oil, with oxygen in the air.In Industry:The burning of sulphur containing fuels (Bunker, coal, sour gas)The flaring of sour gas either at gas wells or at refineriesThe processing of sulphidic ores (pyrites)Fires at sulphur blocks (a storage system for bulk sulphur)In Nature:VolcanoesIn the lab:Burning of sulfur
What fossil fuels would contain sulfur?
All fossil fuels contain sulphur, at least to some extent. Oil that has a high level of sulphur is called 'sour' crude, as opposed to 'sweet' crude which has a low sulphur level. Natural gas can also be 'sweet' or 'sour'. Sulphur in natural gas is usually present as the poisonous gas hydrogen sulphide, and it is usually removed from natural gas as it emerges from the ground. In remote regions like northern Canada or Kazakhstan its storage can be a problem. On the other hand, oil is processed at refineries, often a long way from the source of the oil, and the sulphur is used in various industrial processes. High sulphur concentrations are also found in oil or tar sands such as are found in northern Canada and Venezuela. Coal also contains sulphur, but being a solid it is difficult to extract using conventional technologies. High-sulphur coal used to produce a lot of sulphur dioxide when it was burned, which formed sulphuric acid in the air, leading to acid rain, but nowadays the waste gases are 'scrubbed' of sulphur using a limestone wash, and the mineral gypsum is formed, which is used in plasterboard and other building materials.
Which element present as an impurity in fossil fuels causes acid rain?
There are at least two elements which when burnt contribute to acid rain. Sulfur which when burnt and mixed with rain water forms sulphuric acid H2SO4 and Carbon which when burnt and mixed with water forms carbonic acid H2CO3 Both of these acids can be formed by burning Fossil fuels and also form naturally in the gases discharged by volcanoes.
How can sulphur impurities be dealt with in fossil fuels?
Sulphur impurities in fossil fuels can be dealt with through a process called desulphurization. This involves treating the fuels with a desulphurizing agent to remove the sulphur compounds present. Alternatively, low-sulphur fossil fuels can be used, or technologies like fuel scrubbers can be employed to reduce sulphur emissions during combustion.
How fossil fuels contain sulphur?
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What envirommental problem is created by burning fossil fuels?
The enviromental problem caused by burning fossil fuels is air pollution.Global warming
How does burning contribute to acid rain?
It contributes by the burning of fossil fuels like coal that realeases sulphur
What substances responsible for acid precipitation are released into the atmosphere from burning fossil fuels?
Oxides of nitrogen and sulphur.
Are fossil fuels a solution or a problem?
Fossil fuels are a problem due to their contribution to climate change through the release of greenhouse gases when burned. Transitioning to renewable energy sources is viewed as a solution to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate their environmental impact.
What causes acid rain to increase?
Further use of fossil fuels especially those with a high sulphur content.
What human activities relase sulphur dioxide carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen to the atmosphere?
Burning of fossil fuels
What is the substance that causes the acid rain?
Sulphur , in a form of sulphur dioxide or sulphur oxide , I think. Acid rain can be caused by either nitric oxide or sulfur dioxide in the air, which result from the burning of fossil fuels.
How does burning of fossil fuels affect sulphur?
there is an increase in the amount of nitrogen in the atmosphere- and there is a decrease in the amount of nitrogen in the earth.Answer this question…
The majority of the worlds electricity is supplied by burning 2 words?
fossil fuels
What is one major problem caused by using fossil fuels.?
One major problem caused by using fossil fuels is air pollution. The burning of fossil fuels releases harmful pollutants into the air, leading to smog, respiratory issues, and other health problems for humans and wildlife.
