How do fossil fuels provide energy?

Fossil fuels are explosive

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Fossil fuels store energy in forms of chemicals

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The correct option is B
Fossil fuels store energy in forms of chemicals

Fuels contain stored chemical energy which can be released by combustion or burning.

When fuels are burned, the chemical energy that is released can be used to generate another form of energy such as heat light motion or electricity.

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(a) What are fossil fuels ? Name three fossil fuels.

(b) Describe how, fossil fuels were formed.

What is the primary source of energy for the chemical energy stored in fossil fuels?

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