Which of the following statements is true about the potential energy found in fossil fuels? a. burning fossil fuels releases energy and causes air pollution. b. burning fossil fuels releases energy and purifies the air. c. burning fossil fuels does not release energy and purifies the air. d. fossil fuels do not have potential energy.

Arecent strip mall land development project included large amounts of paved surfaces. as a result of this project, groundwater levels in the developed area will most likely a. increase due to sealed artesian wells b. decrease as aquifers are not recharged c. decrease due to decreased surface runoff d. increase due to loss of unconfined aquifers e. increase due to a decrease in demand for fresh water