Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Fuel formed under the earth's surface by the decomposition of organic matter is called ______.

  1. fossil fuel

  2. organic fuel

  3. biogas

  4. under ground fuel
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Explanation

Fossil fuels (coal, petroleum, natural gas) form underground over millions of years from decomposed organic matter under high pressure and temperature. 'Organic fuel' and 'under ground fuel' are not standard scientific terms.

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