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Americans use more of every energy source than they did 65 years ago, but usage patterns have varied. Since 1950, which energy source has grown the most, in absolute terms?

Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)

9th Edition

ISBN:9780134746241

Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Publisher:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Chapter1: The Study Of Minerals

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Americans use more of every energy source than they did 65 years ago, but usage patterns have varied. Since 1950, which energy source has grown the most, in absolute terms?

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