What Are Fossil Fuels

question 51

Multiple Choice

What are fossil fuels?

• A) any fuel that releases CO₂ into the atmosphere upon burning
• B) any fuel that is extracted from the interior of the Earth
• C) mineral-rich deposits from ancient seabeds
• D) the carbon-rich remains of plants that died millions of years ago
• E) carbonate-rich deposits from ancient seabeds

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Definitions:

Colonial Trade

Trade between colonial powers and their colonies, often involving the exchange of raw materials for finished goods, and playing a central role in the economic systems of empires.

Dutch

Referring to the people, language, or culture associated with the Netherlands, a country in western Europe.

Articles of Capitulation

Formal agreements in military conflicts for the surrender of a party, often detailing the terms of surrender and treatment of captives.

Dutch

Referring to something of or related to the Netherlands, its citizens, or their language.