This resource from ACE explains how fossil fuels formed and the different environments and conditions that coal, oil, and gas formed in over hundreds of millions of years.
It includes a printable worksheet, article, and links to additional information.
A teacher could use this resource as a way to activate prior knowledge on the topic or to provide all students with a base understanding of how fossil fuels are formed.
Additional Prerequisites
Students should have prior knowledge of how fossil fuels are used.
You may want to have students review the linked EIA resource in the worksheet prior to answering the questions.
The materials are available for use without an account.
Differentiation
Using the Google Doc, the teacher can adjust the questions for understanding to ensure that students at various levels are being challenged at the appropriate level.
Science classes could use this resource to connect the concept of geologic time to current events.
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)'s mission is to educate, inspire and support young people to lead the fight for their future. To achieve their mission, ACE ensures young people have everything they need to understand the science of climate emergency and advocate for solutions.
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All resources can be used for your educational purposes with proper attribution to the content provider.