Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337670319
Author: STARR
Publisher: Cengage
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Chapter 46, Problem 14SQ
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Concept introduction: The fossil fuels are coal, oil, and natural gas. They are considered as fuels because they liberate heat energy when they are burned.  They are regarded as fossil fuels because they are created from the remains of living organisms millions of years ago.

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