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What's the Best Fuel for Your Car?

Provided by: TED-Ed |Published on: April 27, 2021
Articles/Websites Grades 6-8, 9-12

Synopsis

  • This video identifies why it is necessary to develop replacements for traditional gasoline-fueled cars by discussing oil spills, air pollution, global warming, and extreme weather. 
  • Students will learn about the positives and negatives of electricity and other liquid fuel alternatives. 
  • The video introduces the concept of green premiums or economic barriers to fossil fuel alternatives. 
  • The resource includes comprehension questions and links to additional resources to explore. 
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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Economics
Authors: Lisa LaBracio
Region: Global
Languages: English

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