The two major problems created by depending on fossil fuels for most of our energy.
Answer to Problem 1QP
The major problems associated with the use of fossil fuels include environmental pollution and the non-renewability of fossil fuels.
Explanation of Solution
The fossil fuel introduces to a natural fuel source that formed in the geological history from the remains of a living organism. Fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas come from the remains of ancient plants and animals that were buried for millions of years.
Fossil fuels have been used for centuries to generate power, but there are two major problems associated with their use:
(i) Fossil fuels are non-renewable and unsustainable.
(ii) Fossil fuels pollute the environment, and the drilling process for fossil fuel is dangerous.
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