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  1. Fossil fuel | Meaning, Types, & Uses | Britannica

    • Fossil fuel is a class of hydrocarbon-containing materials of biological origin that can be used as a source of energy. Learn about the different types of fossil fuels, how they are formed, how they are used, and ho… See more

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    fossil fuel, any of a class of hydrocarbon-containing materials of biological origin occurring within Earth’s crust that can be used as a source of energy.
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    Use as a power source

    All fossil fuels can be burned in air or with oxygen derived from air to provide heat. This heat … See more

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    Contributions to global warming

    One of the main by-products of fossil fuel combustion is carbon dioxide (CO2). The ever-increasing use of fossil fuels in industry, transportation, and construction has added … See more

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  1. 16.1: Types of Fossil Fuels and Formation - Biology LibreTexts

  2. Fossil Fuel Examples and Uses - Science Notes and …

    Apr 15, 2021 · Learn about the three main types of fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas) and their derivatives (such as gasoline, kerosene, and diesel). Find out the problems with fossil fuels, such as non-renewability, greenhouse gas …

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  4. Fossil fuels - Our World in Data

    Learn about the history, types, consumption, and impacts of fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas) on global energy systems and climate change. Explore interactive charts and maps on fossil fuel production, consumption, and electricity generation by …

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  6. Introduction to Fossil Fuels - Understand Energy …

    Learn about the three fossil fuels: oil, natural gas, and coal, their formation, uses, impacts, and reserves. Explore the fast facts, charts, and resources on this web page.

  7. Fossil Fuels - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · Learn what fossil fuels are, how they are formed, and why they are important for energy. Find out how scientists are trying to make fossil fuels cleaner and more sustainable.

  8. Fossil fuels—facts and information - National Geographic

    Apr 2, 2019 · Learn about the types, sources, and impacts of fossil fuels, the non-renewable energy sources that supply most of the world's energy. Find out how fossil fuels contribute to climate change and what efforts are being made to …

  9. Fossil Fuels - Types, Uses, Advantages & Disadvantages …

    Learn about fossil fuels, the non-renewable sources of energy formed by natural processes from dead and buried organisms. Find out the types, formation, uses, advantages and disadvantages of coal, petroleum and natural gas.