Energy and Thermodynamics · Thermodynamics

Fuels and Energy Resources

Comparing the energy density and environmental impact of fossil fuels and biofuels.

Key Questions

  1. 1What makes a substance an efficient fuel source?
  2. 2How do the combustion products of different fuels contribute to the greenhouse effect?
  3. 3Why is the transition to renewable energy sources chemically challenging?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S12U02AC9S12H01
Year: Year 11
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Energy and Thermodynamics
Period: Thermodynamics

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