Alternative Sources of Energy

Petroleum, commonly referred to as oil, is the main source of energy for the entire planet, but as it is a finite resource, there exists only so much of it. As a result of its becoming scarce, oil has become a precious commodity that is the source of much competition among nations. In the 21st century the world is frantically searching for alternative sources of energy other than oil and can perhaps turn to either biomass or magnesium as a possible substitute. Biomass is one of the oldest forms of energy and has been used ever since the invention of fire, while the energy potential of magnesium has only recently been discovered. But with some ingenuity and new technologies both of these forms of energy may be a successful alternative to petroleum.

Biomass as a fuel source can be utilized from the combustion of organic material...
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