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What are fossil fuels? Give examples. [2 MARKS]

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Fossil Fuels : 1 Mark
Examples : 1 Mark

The natural resources which are formed from the dead remains of living organisms (fossils) are all known as fossil fuels.
Coal, natural gas and petroleum are examples of fossil fuels.

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