Biomass Energy Quiz-Student Energy

What is the primary source of biomass?

• Minerals

• Living plants

• Metals

• Fossil fuels

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which process involves using heat, pressure, and partial combustion to convert feedstock into syngas?

• Pyrolysis

• Combustion

• Gasification

• Fermentation

What is the by-product of pyrolysis that can be used as a liquid fuel?

• Bio oil

• Biogas

• Biochar

• Syngas

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

What is the process where bacteria breaks down organic material in the absence of air to create biogas?

• Gasification

• Fermentation

• Anaerobic digestion

• Pyrolysis

Which biomass conversion process involves burning feedstock in the presence of air to release heat?

• Gasification

• Fermentation

• Anaerobic digestion

• Combustion

What is the primary source of energy for cooking and heating for approximately 2.5 billion people?

• Natural gas

• Biomass

• Fossil fuels

• Electricity

What is a major health concern associated with the lack of appropriate ventilation mechanisms for burning biomass?

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

• Short life expectancies

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which environmental issue can be relevant when using biomass from certain sources?

• Air pollution

• Noise pollution

• Light pollution

• Thermal pollution

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What is a relevant issue associated with biomass that involves altering the use of land?

• Acid rain

• Ozone depletion

• Ocean acidification

• Deforestation

What is the primary driver of biomass use in a region?

• Industrialization

• Population density

• Availability of resources

• Technological advancement

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-1