Biofuels are different from fossil fuels in regard to greenhouse gases but are similar to fossil fuels in that biofuels contribute to air pollution

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Fuels extracted from plants and crops are known as biofuels. They not only help a struggling economy by providing jobs but also helps in reducing greenhouse gases up to much extent by emitting less pollution.
Biofuels are produced from wheat, corn, soybean, and sugarcane which can be produced again and again and thus they are sustainable.
Like fossil fuel, biofuel also causes air pollution.

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1. They are derived from living matter.

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