General Science - Physics (Basics)
Which of the following is a major environmental problem caused by burning fossil fuels?
Which of the following is a major environmental problem caused by burning fossil fuels?
medium Q8 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify environmental effects of fossil fuel burning
Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases causing global warming.Step 2: Differentiate other problems
Ozone layer depletion is mainly due to CFCs; soil erosion and water pollution are caused by other factors.Final Answer:
Global warming → Option AQuick Check:
Fossil fuel burning effect = Global warming ✅
Quick Trick: Fossil fuels → Greenhouse gases → Global warming
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Confusing ozone depletion with global warming.
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