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What happens to the matter and energy in fossil fuels when the fuels are burned? Help

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The fuel is exposed to heat and oxygen and it burns producing byproducts and heat. The heat is ultimately often used in an engine to reduce motion for transportation some other form of mechanical motion or Electricity
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