Week 6 (Summative) Energy Budget & Resources

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What are resources that we use up faster than they can be replaced?

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Non-Renewable resources are those that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas).

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What percentage of Earth's incoming energy is reflected by clouds?

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20% of Earth's incoming energy is reflected by clouds.

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Which Renewable Resource is known for being cheap and efficient but may cause flooding in surrounding areas?

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Hydroelectric energy is a renewable resource that is cheap and efficient but can lead to flooding.

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What is the gradual increase in the Earth's temperature caused by extra Greenhouse Gasses called?

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Global Warming is the gradual increase in Earth's temperature due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases.

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Which Renewable Resource is the cheapest form of renewable energy but has varying electricity generation?

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Wind energy is the cheapest form of renewable energy, but its electricity generation varies by day and season.

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Define Renewable Resources.

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy.

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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The Greenhouse Effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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List two examples of Non-Renewable Resources.

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Fossil fuels (coal, oil) and nuclear energy are examples of non-renewable resources.

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What is the main disadvantage of using Hydroelectric energy?

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The main disadvantage of hydroelectric energy is that it can cause flooding in surrounding areas.

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What is a key advantage of Wind energy?

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A key advantage of wind energy is that it is one of the cheapest forms of renewable energy.