fossilfuelcompound
nounUK /ˈfɒsəl fjuːəl ˈkɒmpaʊnd/
US /ˈfɑːsəl fjuːəl ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/
A fossil fuel compound is a mix of chemicals made from old plants and animals buried deep in the ground.
The scientist studied a fossil fuel compound found in the rock.
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2. A chemical substance formed from decayed organic matter over millions of years.
The lab identified the fossil fuel compound as a long-chain alkane.
3. Any carbon-based molecule extracted from coal, oil, or natural gas.
Burning a fossil fuel compound releases carbon dioxide into the air.
4. A mixture of hydrocarbons used as an energy source.
Gasoline is a common fossil fuel compound that powers cars.