Chapter 24 Resource: Energy and Energy Resources
Chapter 24 Resource: Energy and Energy Resources
Chapter 24 Resource: Energy and Energy Resources
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44 <strong>Energy</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Energy</strong> <strong>Resource</strong>s<br />
A Fuming Fuel<br />
Peat is a fuel that is burned for heat. Formed by layers of<br />
partially decayed plants, heated <strong>and</strong> compressed over millions of<br />
years, peat is cut from vast swamps, dried, <strong>and</strong> used as an energy<br />
source. It has a very pungent odor.<br />
1. What might be some disadvantages of using peat to heat a home?<br />
2. Could you burn peat immediately after it is cut from the ground?<br />
Why or why not?<br />
3. What other sources of energy can you name?<br />
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