INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

Detailed explanation-1: - Pollution is a major disadvantage of fossil fuels. This is because they give off carbon dioxide when burned thereby causing a greenhouse effect. This is also the main contributory factor to the global warming experienced by the earth today.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carbon, nitrogen, sulfate, as well as other oxides emitted by fossil fuels, contribute to acid deposition, damaging the fertility of the soil including drinkable water. The combustion of coal, as well as petroleum, releases a large number of pollutants into the atmosphere, creating pollution levels.

Detailed explanation-3: -When fossil fuels are burned, they release nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere, which contribute to the formation of smog and acid rain. Major sources of nitrogen oxide emissions include: Cars and trucks.

Detailed explanation-4: -Comparison of Emissions for Fuel Sources In terms of emissions from power plant sources, natural gas is the cleanest fossil fuel.

Detailed explanation-5: -There are three adverse effects of burning fossil fuels: air pollution, water pollution, and climate change. These effects are caused by the products released when fossil fuels are burned.