Fossil fuels are fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas. They are formed over millions of years from the remains of ancient plants and animals. What is the relationship between fossil fuels and energy?

Question

Fossil fuels are fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas. They are formed over millions of years from the remains of ancient plants and animals. What is the relationship between fossil fuels and energy?
 A. 
Fossil fuels are a form of geothermal energy.
 B. 
Fossil fuels are a form of nuclear energy.
 C. 
Fossil fuels are a form of mechanical energy.
 D. 
Fossil fuels are a form of chemical energy.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

D. Fossil fuels are a form of chemical energy.

Fossil fuels store energy in the form of chemical bonds. When they are burned, these bonds are broken, releasing energy that can be harnessed for various uses, such as generating electricity, powering vehicles, and heating.