Energy resources L2

Which of the following energy resources do not come from the sun?

• Geothermal,

  nuclear and tidal

• biomass, fossil

• solar, wind, water waves

In a nuclear power plant on Earth, which type of nuclear reaction occurs?

• a) Nuclear fusion

• b) Nuclear fission

Which of the following is the fuel used in a nuclear power plant on Earth? a) Hydrogen b) Uranium c) Plutonium

• A

• B

• C

n a hydroelectric power station, how is water used to generate electricity? a) Water is heated to generate steam which turns a turbine b) Water is released through a turbine, which spins and generates electricity

• A

• B

Which of the following is not an advantage of hydroelectric power? a) Low environmental impact b) Relatively low cost c) Can cause displacement of people d) Not renewable

• A

• B

• C

• D

What are the primary components of a hydroelectric power station, and how do they interact to convert water's potential energy into electrical energy? a) Dam, turbine, generator b) Solar panels, battery storage, inverter c) Wind turbine, gearbox, generator d) Drill, well, heat exchanger

• A

• B

• C

• D

What are some of the long-term environmental impacts of nuclear power generation, and how do they compare to other energy sources? a) Low carbon emissions, relatively low cost b) Low environmental impact, low cost c) Generates radioactive waste, risk of nuclear accidents and leaks, high cost d) High carbon emissions, high cost

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which of the following is not a disadvantage of wind power? a) Wind turbines can be visually unappealing b) Can have negative impact on wildlife c) It may not be available in certain locations d) Low environmental impact

• A

• B

• C

• D