ICSE Class 8 Answered
Importance of Fossil Fuels:
- Fossil Fuels include coal, diesel, petrol and natural gas.
- These are the primary sources of energy.
- Fossil fuels are formed from the remains of dead animals and plants.
- Fossil fuels such as petrol, diesel are used in automobiles.
- LPG, kerosene are used for cooking.
- Coal is used as fuel in the production of electricity.
Conservation of Fossil Fuels:
- Use public transport as much as possible. This reduces the fuel consumption per individual.
- Switch of light and electric appliances when not required.
- Use fuel efficient burners, stoves and devices such as pressure cooker.
- Make more use of alternative sources of energy such as wind energy, solar energy, hydroelectric energy, etc.