energy from fossil fuels

• What are the main fossil fuels used for energy?

  Coal, oil, and gas
• What are the advantages of using fossil fuels?

  • Reliable energy supply
  • High energy release
  • Abundant resources
  • Versatile applications (transport, electricity, heating)
• Why are fossil fuels considered reliable?

  They always provide energy when needed
• How much energy do fossil fuels supply globally?

  About 80% of the world's total energy needs
• What makes fossil fuels extremely useful for air travel?

  Jet fuel made from oil provides a huge amount of energy
• What is one reason fossil fuels are considered cheap?

  They are abundant
• In what ways are fossil fuels versatile?

  They can be used for transport, generating electricity, and heating
• What is a major disadvantage of burning fossil fuels?

  It releases a huge amount of carbon dioxide
• What does it mean that fossil fuels are non-renewable?

  They are not being replenished or replaced as we use them
• What pollutants can be released from burning fossil fuels?

  Carbon particles and nitrogen oxides
• What is a consequence of burning coal?

  It can produce sulfur dioxide, leading to acid rain
• What are the disadvantages of using fossil fuels?

  • Releases carbon dioxide contributing to climate change
  • Non-renewable resources that will eventually run out
  • Releases pollutants harmful to human health (e.g., carbon particles, nitrogen oxides)
  • Burning coal produces sulfur dioxide leading to acid rain
• What will eventually happen to fossil fuels if we continue to use them?

  They will run out
• What is the focus of the next video mentioned in the material?

  Renewable sources of energy
• Where can students find questions on the use of fossil fuels for energy?

  In the vision workbook
• What is the purpose of the video mentioned in the material?

  To help students state and describe fossil fuels and their advantages and disadvantages