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Question
Why is the use of wood as a fuel not advisable although wood is a renewable source of energy?
Solution
Wood is obtained from trees. Hence, trees need to be cut down for wood to be used as a fuel.
Also, burning wood releases a lot of smoke which pollutes the atmosphere.
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