Ch 13

Question 1

What are fossil fuels?

Answer 1

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals over millions of years.

Question 2

How are fossil fuels formed?

Answer 2

Fossil fuels are formed through the decomposition of organic matter under heat and pressure in the Earth’s crust.

Question 3

What are the three main types of fossil fuels?

Answer 3

coal, oil, and natural gas.

Question 4

True or False: Fossil fuels are renewable energy sources.

Answer 4

False: Fossil fuels are non-renewable energy sources.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Fossil fuels are primarily used for _____ and _____ production.

Answer 5

energy and electricity

Question 6

What process converts fossil fuels into usable energy?

Answer 6

Combustion is the process that converts fossil fuels into usable energy.

Question 7

Which fossil fuel is primarily used for transportation?

Answer 7

Oil is primarily used for transportation.

Question 8

What is the main component of natural gas?

Answer 8

The main component of natural gas is methane.

Question 9

True or False: Coal is formed from marine organisms.

Answer 9

False: Coal is formed from terrestrial plant material.

Question 10

What is the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels?

Answer 10

Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a solid fossil fuel? A) Oil B) Natural Gas C) Coal

Answer 11

C) Coal

Question 12

What is the primary use of coal?

Answer 12

The primary use of coal is for electricity generation.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The extraction of fossil fuels often leads to _____ damage.

Answer 13

environmental

Question 14

What is a major disadvantage of fossil fuels?

Answer 14

A major disadvantage is their contribution to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

Question 15

True or False: Fossil fuels are found evenly distributed around the world.

Answer 15

False: Fossil fuels are not evenly distributed; some regions have more resources than others.

Question 16

What is hydraulic fracturing commonly used for?

Answer 16

Hydraulic fracturing is commonly used for extracting oil and natural gas.

Question 17

What is a potential alternative to fossil fuels?

Answer 17

Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power are potential alternatives.

Question 18

What is the role of fossil fuels in global economies?

Answer 18

Fossil fuels play a critical role in global economies by providing energy for industries, transportation, and heating.

Question 19

Multiple choice: Which fossil fuel is the cleanest burning? A) Coal B) Oil C) Natural Gas

Answer 19

C) Natural Gas

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The process of _____ is used to refine crude oil into usable products.

Answer 20

refining

Question 21

What does the term ‘peak oil’ refer to?

Answer 21

Peak oil refers to the point at which oil production reaches its maximum rate, after which production will decline.

Question 22

What is one major health risk associated with fossil fuel extraction?

Answer 22

One major health risk is exposure to toxic substances that can lead to respiratory diseases.

Question 23

True or False: Fossil fuels are the primary source of energy for the world’s electricity.

Answer 23

True: Fossil fuels are a primary source of energy for electricity generation worldwide.

Question 24

What is the significance of the Carbon Cycle in relation to fossil fuels?

Answer 24

The Carbon Cycle is significant because the burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide, impacting climate change.

Question 25

What is one method used to reduce fossil fuel consumption?

Answer 25

One method is increasing energy efficiency in transportation and buildings.