When we burn fossil fuels, ________________.
A) the greatest environmental impact is the local damage from extraction
B) the resulting carbonic acid leads to acid rain
C) the greatest environmental impact is the impact on the ozone layer
D) we liberate carbon back into the carbon cycle, increasing the amount available for plant growth
E) the greatest environmental impact is increased greenhouse gases

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which contribute to global climate change and have significant environmental impacts.

When We Burn Fossil Fuels, ________________