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Name the harmful gases released in the atmosphere due to burning of fossil fuels.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Fossil Fuels**: Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals. They include coal, oil, and natural gas. When these fuels are burned for energy, they undergo a chemical reaction that releases energy. 2. **Combustion Process**: During the combustion of fossil fuels, carbon and hydrogen in the fuels react with oxygen in the air. This reaction produces energy, but it also produces various gases as byproducts. 3. **Identifying Harmful Gases**: The burning of fossil fuels releases several harmful gases into the atmosphere. The most notable ones include: - **Carbon Dioxide (CO2)**: A major greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. ...
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  6. Why CFL or LED bulbs should be used instead of conventional bulbs?

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  7. Which of these will be a likely result of global warming?

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  8. What is the phenomenon of gradual increase in global temperature calle...

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  9. Which gas contributes to acid rain?

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  10. Which of these will be affected most due to an oil spill in an ocean?

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  11. In which form is natural gas supplied to homes for domestic purposes?

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  12. Which of these statements about natural gas is true?

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  13. Which Indian state has a natural gas reservior?

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  14. What is the chemical formula of methane?

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  15. Which factor is considered when separating different constituents of c...

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  16. Which of these fuels is also called black gold?

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  17. What does LPG stands for?

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  18. Which of these fuels is not a fossil fuel?

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  19. Which is the correct energy conversion during the burning of a fuel?

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  20. Which of these is renewable resource?

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  21. Which of these is a non renewable resource?

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