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advantages and disadvantages of fossil fuel​

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Answered by bhavya8325
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Answer:

--advantage

it is abundance in nature.

it helps in faster the work

fossil fuels are useful for many manual work.

--disadvantage

it realise smoke when it is burnt and cause pollution.

it is exhaustible.

it is getting replenished by over usage of fossil fuels.

Answered by Aniket543
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Answer:

Explanation:.

Advantages of Fossil Fuels

In the modern day, it’s pretty hard to side with fossil fuels as they are talked against now and then by scientists, environmental activists, including ordinary citizens. Only profiting companies talk good about fossil fuels. In truth, fossil fuels have numerous upsides that hardly come up in debates. That said, here are the advantages to fossil fuels:

1. Cheap source of energy

Statistically, fossil fuels are some of the cheapest sources of fuel on the planet. Although the process of extraction and refinement is relatively expensive, the return on investment is pretty remarkable. Today, innovative technologies are available that can extract fossil fuels with high degree of efficiency, substantially reducing the overall cost. In fact in the modern day, extraction of fossil fuels is cheaper than installing wind and solar technologies.

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Safe to transport

Because fossil fuels are safe and stable, they can be transported easily and efficiently over long distances. They can be transported on large trucks or pumped through large pipes below and above the ground. We all know that these transportation methods are not costly. However, the same cannot be said about the nerve-racking nuclear energy. Every stage of its development is risky, making it the most unsafe form of energy to handle or transport.

3. Massive economic benefits

It’s a no-brainer that fossil fuels mightily contribute to a country’s prosperity. If you look at the economies of oil and gas producing countries, you will see a common trend; economic prosperity. Government subsidies to oil firms range in billions of dollars, and the contribution to the growth of a country are more than convincing. If you start considering how many countries across the world greatly rely on fossil fuels, the number of industries powered by them and the number of products that would not be available right now without them, you begin to understand just how fossil fuels have permeated our day-to-day life.

formation. At this stage, it’s known as hard coal as it’s relatively hard and characterized by a high luster. It forms due to extraordinary high temperature and pressure. It burns with a short flame and very little smoke.

Disadvantages of Fossil Fuels

1. Non-renewable

Nonrenewable energy sources are destined to deplete in the near future. Fossil fuels do not qualify as renewable energy resources because their supply is limited. In fact, they are projected to run out in the next 50 years. Also, formation of fossil fuels takes years, which means when they deplete, we may have to wait for another 60 years or so for new ones to form.

2. Environmental Hazards

Environmental pollution is one of the major disadvantage of fossil fuels. It is a known fact that carbon dioxide, gas released when fossil fuels are burnt, is one of the primary gas responsible for global warming. Rise in temperature of earth has resulted in melting of polar ice caps, flooding of low lying areas and rise in sea levels. If such conditions continue, our plant Earth might face some serious consequences in near future.

3. Accidents can be disastrous

Unlike renewable energy resources like solar and wind, accidents involving fossil fuels are highly dangerous and can cause massive damage. Oil spills have occurred in the past, especially in the United States. Oil spills lead to pollution of water bodies and death of aquatic animals including those living offshore. Also, the environment around the shore is severely devastated.

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