A group of environmentalists were discussing the benefits and drawbacks associated with fossil fuels
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The advantage of the Fossil use in producing fuels is the fact that it is cheaper than alternative forms of energy, its mechanism of use is simpler and Finally, fossils are abundant in nature.
The drawbacks: This source of energy is not eternal, especially with the speed at which we consume it. Another disadvantage is that the use of this source is very polluting
Fossil fuels have a very high calorific value. Thus, burning 1 gm of fossil fuel releases tremendous amount of energy. Thus, the energy produced by fossil fuels is greater than that produced by an equivalent amount of other energy resource. This is the advantage.
Although, oil, natural gas and coal are found in abundance in nature, the alarming rate at which they are being consumed has resulted in substantial depletion of their reservoirs. Besides, it is impossible to replenish the resources as it takes millions of years for the hydrocarbon chains to form from organic remains. This is the disadvantage.