How we make energy

What are renewable energy sources?

• Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that are expensive and inefficient.

• Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that are harmful to the environment.

• Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that can be replenished naturally and are not depleted when used.

• Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that are only available in limited quantities.

Which of these does NOT add greenhouse gases to the atmosphere?

• Nuclear and

  Natural Gas

• Natural gas and

  Solar

• Hydroelectric

  and Coal

• Nuclear and Geothermal

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Which form of energy is derived from POTENTIAL energy?

• hydroelectric - gravity

• wind energy - mechanical

• geothermal energy - thermal / heat

• solar energy - chemical

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What source does NOT need a turbine to form a stream of electrons / create electricity?

• Wind

• Water

• Sun

• Coal

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How is hydroelectric power generated?

• Hydroelectric power is generated by burning fossil fuels.

• Hydroelectric power is generated by using solar panels.

• Hydroelectric power is generated by harnessing the energy of flowing or falling water.

• Hydroelectric power is generated by wind turbines.

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What is the MOST pressing concern when it comes to producing Nuclear power?

• The location of the plant near a concentrated population/cities

• The needed water supply to cool the reactor getting polluted

• The long term storage of Radioactive wastes

• The accidental release of Radiation due to a meltdown

What is the process of converting sunlight into electricity called?

• solar energy transformation

• solar thermal conversion

• solar photovoltaic (PV) conversion

• sunlight electrification

What is the largest Source of renewable energy in the world?

• nuclear power

• hydropower

• solar power

• wind power

What is the main advantage of wind energy?

• Produces harmful emissions

• Limited availability and high cost

• Renewable and clean source of power

• Dependent on weather conditions

What is the main disadvantage of non-renewable energy sources?

• Finite resource

• Cost-effective

• Environmentally friendly

• Inexhaustible resource