The Impact of Fossil Fuels on Energy Consumption

The video discusses the reliance on non-renewable energy sources, primarily fossil fuels like coal, crude oil, and natural gas. It highlights the environmental impact of coal and crude oil, including pollution and climate change, and notes the potential scarcity and rising costs of crude oil. Natural gas is presented as a more abundant and cleaner alternative that could aid in transitioning to renewable energy sources.

What percentage of the world's commercial energy is supplied by coal?

• 30%

• 50%

• 21%

• 15%

Which of the following is a major environmental concern associated with coal usage?

• Depletion of water resources

• Air pollution and climate change

• Deforestation

• Soil erosion

What is a significant consequence of declining crude oil production?

• Decrease in global temperatures

• Increase in crude oil prices

• Reduction in air pollution

• Abundance of crude oil

Which of the following is NOT a product refined from crude oil?

• Natural gas

• Jet fuel

• Diesel oil

• Asphalt

Why is natural gas considered advantageous over oil and coal?

• It is more expensive

• It has fewer environmental impacts

• It is harder to transport

• It is less efficient