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What steps would you suggest to minimize environmental pollution caused by the burning of fossil fuels?


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Fossil fuels

  1. Chemicals that could be utilized as energy sources are known as fuels.
  2. Fossil fuels are buried organic materials that can be converted into crude oil, coal, natural gas, or any heavy oil by applying pressure and heat to the earth's crust over hundreds of years.

The steps below will help to reduce pollution caused by the usage of fossil fuels.

  1. Hydrothermal and wind energy should be used instead of traditional energy sources.
  2. Afforestation should be used to control air pollution.
  3. Smokeless appliances must be used to reduce pollution.

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