Question

Write an essay on the environmental impacts of energy sources.

Answer 1

There are different forms of energy sources. The extensive use of these resources can result in harmful impacts on the environment. Coal is considered as the source of energy and fuel. The coal is obtained by mining which results in damage to the ecosystem. There are other problems due to the particulate matter which is released by the burning of the coal. There are various different sources of energy like the petrol, diesel, CNG and wood. The burning of the leaded petrol results in the emissions of the gases which contains the lead. This gases cause different disorders in the humans, plants and animals. There are emissions which contains CO${}_2$, SO${}_2$, NO${}_x$, etc. These gases affects the respiratory system and cause various types of infections. These gases also result in an increase in pollution. Pollution and these harmful gases can also contribute to change in temperature. The temperature fluctuations can result in global warming.