What is it?
Ancient organic remains (fossils) in sediments which over eons became sedimentary rock, giving rise to solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels such as coal, crude oil, and natural gas. Coal is derived from vegetable matter altered by pressure, whereas crude oil and natural gas are derived from animal and vegetable matter altered by pressure and heat. Essentially, all fossil fuels are highly concentrated forms of far-ancient sunlight trapped in organic cells. They are the primary energy source for human societies since the industrial revolution (mid 19th century to early 20th century), are non-renewable, and also a primary source of global warming.
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How does this contribute to Climate Change?
Guiding Questions
1. What harmful elements are produced by burning fossil fuels? Which is the most damaging to the environment?
2. Where do you and your family burn fossil fuels?
3. Besides burning for energy, where else can you find fossil fuel products such as oil?
1. What harmful elements are produced by burning fossil fuels? Which is the most damaging to the environment?
2. Where do you and your family burn fossil fuels?
3. Besides burning for energy, where else can you find fossil fuel products such as oil?
Call to Action
What can you do to minimize your use of fossil fuels?
At the end of your SWAY presentation, include at least 2 suggestions how you can reduce your use of fossil fuels
At the end of your SWAY presentation, include at least 2 suggestions how you can reduce your use of fossil fuels