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what is the difference between biomass and fossil fuels?

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Biomass is the plant derived organic matter such as agricultural wastes, garbage, wood etc.It is a renewable source of energy.
Fossil fuels are the fuels obtained from the remains of dead plant and animals millions of years ago such as coal, petroleum, natural gas.These are non- renewable sources of energy.

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