Question

Petrol, diesel and coal are fossil fuels. Explain

Answer 1

Hint: We are given a statement about fossil fuels and are asked to explain the statement. We can approach this question by starting to explain what fossil fuels are and why they are called so. Once we have the definition and the reason, we will be able to give the required solution to the question.

Complete answer:
We are asked to explain a statement about fossil fuels, let us start by defining what fossil fuels are.In order to define fossil fuels, let us start by breaking it down into fossil fuels. Fossil can be defined as the preserved remains of animals and plants that are buried underneath layers of sediments.

Fuels are materials that react with other materials in such a way that it releases energy which can be used to do work. So, fossil fuels can be defined as the fuels formed naturally by the decomposition of dead matter or organisms.Now that we have defined what fossil fuels are, we can move onto explaining the statement given in the question. Petrol, diesel and coal are fossil fuels means that petrol, diesel and coal are naturally found fuels that are formed by the decomposition of matter and organisms.

Note: Fossil fuels are widely used by mankind. This is because they are easily accessible and available. These fuels produce greenhouse gases as a byproduct as they burn.This contributes a major portion to global warming as almost every household uses these fuels in their daily life.