Renewable Energy Basics

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8th Grade
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Nancy Gifford
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is renewable energy?
Energy generated from nuclear reactions
Energy derived from fossil fuels
Energy collected from naturally replenished resources.
Energy obtained from non-renewable sources
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name three examples of renewable energy sources.
Geothermal power
Biomass energy
Coal power
Solar power, wind power, hydropower
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does solar energy work?
Solar energy is converted into electricity using photovoltaic cells or solar panels.
Solar energy is produced by nuclear power plants.
Solar energy is created by burning fossil fuels.
Solar energy is generated by wind turbines.
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS3-3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between wind power and solar power?
The difference is the color of the energy produced.
Wind power is more expensive than solar power.
The difference between wind power and solar power is the source of energy they harness.
Wind power is used during the day, while solar power is used at night.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is hydropower considered a renewable energy source?
Hydropower is considered renewable because it relies on the water cycle.
Hydropower is considered renewable because it relies on nuclear energy.
Hydropower is considered renewable because it relies on fossil fuels.
Hydropower is considered renewable because it relies on wind energy.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the benefits of using geothermal energy?
Geothermal energy is expensive to harness
The benefits of using geothermal energy include being renewable, environmentally friendly, reliable, and cost-effective.
Geothermal energy is harmful to the environment
Geothermal energy is not a reliable source of energy
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS3-2
NGSS.HS-ESS3-4
NGSS.HS-ETS1-3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the concept of biomass energy.
Biomass energy is energy derived from organic materials like plants and animal waste, which are burned or converted into biofuels for various energy needs.
Biomass energy is generated by burning fossil fuels.
Biomass energy is obtained from nuclear reactions.
Biomass energy is derived from wind power.
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NGSS.HS-PS3-3
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