which statement best explains environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy A Fossil fuels produce waste that exposes human to dangerous levels of radiation B when fossil fuels are burned hazardous ash is created and carry through the environment by wind, and dropped into nearby, lakes, and ponds C fossil fuels release carbon dioxide, which plants use to make food D when fossil fuels are burned, they release toxic gases into the air that cause pollution, and increase global warming

Answer 1

The statement that best explains the environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy is:

D: When fossil fuels are burned, they release toxic gases into the air that cause pollution and increase global warming.

This statement captures the significant negative environmental impacts of fossil fuels, including air pollution and contributions to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions.