Question

The burning of which fossil fuel accounts for 1/3 of the electricity in the United States and emits 68% of the carbon dioxide released this way
Coal
Natural Gas
Oil

Answer 1

The burning of **coal** accounts for about 1/3 of the electricity in the United States and emits a significant portion of the carbon dioxide released from fossil fuel consumption. While natural gas has become more prevalent in recent years, coal remains a major source of carbon emissions due to its higher carbon content.