Non-Renewable Sources of Energy

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Coal, Oil and Natural Gas

Non-renewable energy sourcesEnergy comes from many sources, and to describe these sources we use two terms: renewable and non-renewable. Non-renewable energy resources cannot be replaced – once they are used up, they will not b...

Critical Thinking Questions

Explain the process by which fossil fuels are formed, emphasizing the timescale involved and the types of prehistoric organisms that contribute to their creation.

Describe how fossil fuels are used to generate electricity in power plants, detailing the steps involved in converting the energy stored in these fuels into usable electrical power.

Discuss the environmental consequences of relying on fossil fuels as a primary energy source, focusing on both greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, and explain how these issues impact the planet and human health.

After learning about the environmental impacts of fossil fuels, how does this information change your perspective on your daily energy consumption and what, if any, changes do you think you could personally make to reduce your reliance on these fuels?