Energy Resources and Environmental Impact

Front

Energy created by moving water.

Back

Hydropower

Front

What form of alternative energy uses a dam?

Back

Hydroelectric power

Front

Natural Gas is a __________ energy resource.

Back

Nonrenewable

Front

A disadvantage of this energy is that it can harm birds.

Back

Wind

Front

Solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy are all __________.

Back

Renewable resources

Front

What is the main source of solar energy?

Back

The Sun

Front

What type of energy is generated from the heat of the Earth?

Back

Geothermal energy

Front

Which energy resource is derived from organic materials?

Back

Biomass energy

Front

What is the primary environmental concern with fossil fuels?

Back

Air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions

Front

What is a renewable energy resource?

Back

An energy source that can be replenished naturally in a short period of time.