CMS EES Unit 5 CFU #4

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is energy produced from organic materials, such as plants and animal waste, which can be burned or converted into biofuels.

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What is a major advantage of biomass energy?

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Biomass energy tends to be carbon neutral. The carbon produced by burning the biomass is removed from the atmosphere as new biomass is grown.

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What are renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources are energy sources that are replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass.

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Why are renewable energy sources considered sustainable?

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They are sustainable because they can be replenished naturally and have a lower environmental impact compared to fossil fuels.

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Hydroelectric energy is electricity generated by using the power of flowing water to spin a turbine.

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What is a common economic challenge of implementing renewable energy systems?

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Implementing renewable energy systems has high initial installation costs and high transportation expenses.

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Why might solar energy be less effective in certain regions?

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Solar energy generation is less effective in cloudy weather, which can limit sunlight exposure.

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What is the role of wind in renewable energy?

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Wind energy is harnessed by wind turbines that convert wind movement into electricity.

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What is the significance of carbon neutrality in biomass energy?

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Carbon neutrality means that the carbon dioxide released when biomass is burned is balanced by the carbon dioxide absorbed during the growth of new biomass.

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What are the environmental impacts of renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources generally have lower environmental impacts compared to fossil fuels, but they can still affect land use and wildlife.