fossilfuelmolecules
nounUK /ˈfɒsəl fjuːəl ˈmɒlɪkjuːlz/
US /ˈfɑːsəl fjuːəl ˈmɑːlɪkjuːlz/
Tiny pieces that make up oil, coal, and gas, which we burn for energy.
Scientists study fossil fuel molecules to understand how to make cleaner energy.
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2. The chemical building blocks found in crude oil and natural gas.
Refineries separate fossil fuel molecules into gasoline and other products.
3. Carbon-based structures formed from ancient plants and animals over millions of years.
Fossil fuel molecules store energy from sunlight captured long ago.
4. Compounds released into the air when fuels are burned.
Burning fossil fuel molecules can create pollution and carbon dioxide.