Question

What is a non-renewable source of energy? Give an example.

Answer 1

1. Non-renewable sources of energy are those which will run out in the next few years.
2. They will take millions of years to get replenished.
3. Most non-renewable energy sources are fossil fuels such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas.
4. The main element in fossil fuels is Carbon (C).
5. When fossil fuels are burned, they release carbon dioxide among other poisonous gases into the atmosphere which a major greenhouse gas and is leading to global warming.