Question

List three environmental consequences of using fossil fuels suggest three steps to minimise the pollution caused by various energy sources

Answer 1

Answer:

Consequences of using fossil fuels:

1: Since they are limited in quantity , So, they should be used wisely and not according to our needs.

2: We should not use them excessively because, they take millions of years to form.

3: We should find their alternative as soon as possible.

Ways to reduce pollution:

1: Plant more trees, this may sound simple but it is the only way.

2: We should focus on e vehicles instead of traditional vehicles.

3: Proper disposal of factory waste should be one to prevent water pollution.

Explanation:

Answer 2

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★Following are the consequences of using fossil fuels.

• Global warming will result due to the increase in the level of Carbon-di-oxide,
• Sulphur oxides causes acid rain
• Burning of fossil fuels will result in accumulation of smog in big cities which will result in decreased visibility
• Air pollution leads to health hazards to humans and animals.

★Steps to minimise the pollution caused by various sources of energy including non-conventional sources of energy.

• Use of public transport
• Use of vehicles like electric bikes and bi-cycle that can reduce air pollution
• Adopting 3R’s policy- reduce, reuse and recycle.
• Afforestation