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Fossil Fuels
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Coal
Coal is a type of fossil fuel made from dead plants that decayed into peat a very long time ago and were formed into coal under the ground through heat and pressure over millions of years.
Fossil Fuels
Fossil fuels are fuels that were formed underground from plants and animals that died a very long time ago (e.g., oil, coal, natural gas).
Natural Gas
Natural gas is a type of fossil fuel that was formed under the ground a long time ago from dead plants and animals.
Oil
Oil is a type of fossil fuel made from dead plants and animals a long time ago; oil forms in pools under the ground and is very dirty.
One of the main uses of fossil fuels is to make electricity. In the world, coal is the main fuel source for making electricity. Natural gas and oil are also used.
More Uses of Fossil Fuels
The second main use of fossil fuels is to make fuels for vehicles. These fuels are mainly made from oil.
The third main use for fossil fuels is for heating and cooking in homes and businesses. Oil and natural gas are the main fuels used for these purposes.
To learn more about fossil fuels, watch the video by Harmony Square on YouTube.
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