Sus Energy Quiz

What is renewable energy?

• Energy obtained from non-renewable resources.

• Energy collected from naturally replenished resources.

• Energy generated from fossil fuels.

• Energy derived from nuclear power.

Name one example of a renewable energy source.

• wind energy

• geothermal energy

• nuclear energy

• solar energy

How does climate change affect the environment?

• Climate change affects the environment by causing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

• Climate change affects the environment by increasing the number of sunny days.

• Climate change affects the environment through rising temperatures, melting ice and glaciers, sea level rise, extreme weather events, and changes in ecosystems and biodiversity.

• Climate change affects the environment by reducing air pollution.

What are the main causes of climate change?

• Genetic modification, nuclear energy, and space exploration.

• Plastic pollution, overfishing, and urbanization.

• Greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and industrial activities.

• Solar radiation, volcanic activity, and natural climate variability.

What is an electric power system?

• A system of wires used to connect electrical devices

• A network of water pipes used to generate electricity

• A collection of electronic devices used to store electricity

• A network of electrical components used to generate, transmit, and distribute electricity.

What are the advantages of using renewable energy sources in the electric power system?

• Increased dependence on fossil fuels, Higher energy costs, Limited availability

• Advantages of using renewable energy sources in the electric power system include sustainability, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, energy security, and economic benefits.

What are fossil fuels?

• Natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals.

• Minerals extracted from the earth

• Synthetic fuels created in laboratories

• Non-renewable energy sources

What are the environmental impacts of using fossil fuels?

• Noise pollution, soil erosion, ozone depletion

• Air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, climate change, water pollution, and habitat destruction.

• Land degradation, water scarcity, waste generation

• Deforestation, acid rain, loss of biodiversity

What is nuclear power?

• The use of wind energy to generate electricity.

• The use of nuclear reactions to generate electricity.

• The use of solar energy to generate electricity.

• The use of fossil fuels to generate electricity.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power?

• Nuclear power does not produce any waste

• Nuclear power is cheap and affordable

• Advantages of nuclear power include low greenhouse gas emissions, high energy density, and continuous power generation. Disadvantages include high cost, radioactive waste disposal, and potential for accidents.

• Nuclear power has no advantages