Question

What is meant by the environmental consequences of using a particular source of energy?

Answer 1

Environmental consequences

1. The contribution of any source of energy to environmental pollution is called that energy source's environmental consequences.
2. Every energy source has an impact on the environment in some way.

Environmental consequences of using a particular source of energy

1. The emission of carbon dioxide from the combustion of fossils fuels leads to global warming.
2. Sulfur is present in fossil fuels. Upon combustion, sulfur creates sulfur dioxide, which dissolves in atmospheric water and falls to Earth as acid rain, destroying crops.
3. Carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide, which are produced by the combustion of fossil fuels, are released into the atmosphere and have an impact on animal and plant life.
4. The use of wood as an energy source causes deforestation, which causes soil erosion and disrupts wildlife ecosystems.
5. The nuclear power plant generates radioactive nuclear waste that is hazardous to the environment.