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Of the following fossil fuels, which is typically the least expensive for its energy content?
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In 2005, a million Btu of energy from coal cost approximately $2, versus $5 for natural gas and $10 for oil. However, prices can fluctuate due to changes in the economy and new government policies.
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In 2005, a million Btu of energy from coal cost approximately $2, versus $5 for natural gas and $10 for oil. However, prices can fluctuate due to changes in the economy and new government policies.
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In 2005, a million Btu of energy from coal cost approximately $2, versus $5 for natural gas and $10 for oil. However, prices can fluctuate due to changes in the economy and new government policies.
The consumption of energy in the United States is projected to rise by how much between now and 2030?
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U.S. consumption of energy sources is projected to rise by 13% between now and 2030.
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U.S. consumption of energy sources is projected to rise by 13% between now and 2030.
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U.S. consumption of energy sources is projected to rise by 13% between now and 2030.
How much of the world's CO2 is released by the United States?
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
In 2008, of the four economic sectors, which used the most energy in the United States?
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In 2008, industry used 31% of the total energy used; next was transportation at 28%, then residential at 22%, and commercial at 19%.
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In 2008, industry used 31% of the total energy used; next was transportation at 28%, then residential at 22%, and commercial at 19%.
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In 2008, industry used 31% of the total energy used; next was transportation at 28%, then residential at 22%, and commercial at 19%.
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In 2008, industry used 31% of the total energy used; next was transportation at 28%, then residential at 22%, and commercial at 19%.
About how much of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States?
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
True or False: Increasing the energy supply is the only answer to a stable energy future.
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Reducing demand through the improved efficiency of devices and procedures is another way to improve our energy situation.
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Reducing demand through the improved efficiency of devices and procedures is another way to improve our energy situation.
How much of the U.S. supply of natural gas is imported from outside North America?
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Less than 2% of the U.S. supply of natural gas is imported from outside North America.
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Less than 2% of the U.S. supply of natural gas is imported from outside North America.
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Less than 2% of the U.S. supply of natural gas is imported from outside North America.
Which of the following energy sources releases carbon dioxide when burned?
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
True or False: U.S. domestic production of crude oil has declined since around 1970.
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U.S. domestic production of crude oil peaked around 1970 at about 9.5 million barrels per day (MBD) and declined to about 5.1 MBD by 2006.
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U.S. domestic production of crude oil peaked around 1970 at about 9.5 million barrels per day (MBD) and declined to about 5.1 MBD by 2006.
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