Fossil Fuel refers to combustible organic material such as coal, oil, or natural gas that is formed from the remains of living organisms.
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| Fossil Fuels are formed from remains of livings organisms over millions of years. | |
| A high level of reserves is readily available and sufficient for the short term consumption. | The current level of consumption deplets the reserves much faster than the speed at which the new reserves are built. |
| Fossil Fuels contain high level of carbon. | |
| Fossil fuels are efficient energy source (i.e. burning fossil fuels produces high level of energy per unit weight). | Fossil fuels produce high level of greenhouse gas and various air pollutants. |
| Fossil Fuels are used as the main source of energy worldwide. | |
| There is a large infrastructure in place to support the production, transport and consumption of fossil fuels. | Considering the natural limitation of Fossil Fuels, there will be an eventual need for developing the technology and infrastructure for alternative energy sources. |
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