Unit 2.5: Fossil Fuels

Rocks and minerals that solidify over time

Ancient plants and animals that died, were buried, and decomposed

Volcanic eruptions that solidify into organic matter

Man-made chemicals combined in a laboratory

Dinosaurs are still alive

There were never enough dinosaurs to make the amount of fossil fuels we have

Fossil fuels are a renewable resource

Dinosaurs are not made of organic material

Mesozoic

Carboniferous

Cretaceous

Jurassic

The color and size of the organic matter

The combination of organic matter, temperature, time, and pressure

The depth at which the organic matter is buried

The amount of water present during the decomposition

Animals

Plants and Animals

Plants

Bacteria

Russia

United States

Venezuela

Saudi Arabia

They are unlimited and sustainable.

They contribute to climate change and health issues.

They are quickly renewable.

They have no impact on the environment.

Lower costs and improved safety

No significant environmental impact

Higher costs, safety issues, and significant environmental impact

Increased employment opportunities