Renewable Energy - Video

What is the main technological revolution of our time according to the text?

• Artificial Intelligence

• Renewable Energy

• Space Exploration

• Quantum Computing

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Which ancient culture is mentioned as having used solar thermal technology?

• The Egyptians

• The Anasazi Indians

• The Greeks

• The Romans

What is the primary cost of solar cells mentioned in the text?

• Installation

• Ultra pure silicon

• Transportation

• Maintenance

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What is the main benefit of using geothermal energy in Iceland?

• It's cheap and environmentally friendly

• It's unlimited

• It creates jobs

• It's easy to transport

What is the main challenge for wind power according to the text?

• The wind is not always blowing

• It's too expensive

• It's noisy

• It takes up too much space

What is the main use of photovoltaics today?

• Lighting streets

• Running cars

• Powering satellites

• Heating water

What is the main environmental benefit of biofuels over gasoline?

• They are cheaper

• They release fewer and less toxic emissions

• They last longer

• They are easier to produce

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What is the main advantage of plug-in hybrid cars?

• They use no electricity

• They are faster than other cars

• They can run on electricity from any 120 volt outlet

• They can fly

What is the main source of Iceland's electricity?

• Solar power

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind power

• Geothermal power

What is the main reason for converting diesel cars to run on vegetable oil?

• It's required by law

• It's a renewable resource

• It makes the car run faster

• It smells better