Do you think it is wise to continue to use the limited supplies of fossil fuels as an energy source? Explain.

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Fossil fuels are the raw materials for many consumer products. Do you think it is wise to continue to use the limited supplies of fossil fuels as an energy source? Explain.

Fruits are sometimes picked while green and transported long distances, after which they are exposed to ethene gas, which speeds the ripening process. Research and write a short paper detailing the advantages and disadvantages of using ethene to speed the ripening of fruits.

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