Resources Quiz

What is the primary source of solar energy?

• Moon

• Stars

• Wind

• Sun

Which fossil fuel is most commonly used for energy production?

• Natural Gas

• Solar Power

• Oil

• Coal

Hydroelectric power is generated by harnessing the energy of which natural resource?

• Solar

• Geothermal

• Water

• Wind

What is one major impact of deforestation on the environment?

• Stabilization of ecosystems

• Promotion of biodiversity

• Increase in air quality

• Loss of biodiversity and disruption of ecosystems

What is the term used to describe the excessive extraction of water from underground sources?

• overexploitation

• depletion

• overuse

• drainage

What is the practice of managing forests in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner called?

• unsustainable forestry

• sustainable forestry

• irresponsible forest management

• non-renewable resource extraction

How do solar panels convert sunlight into electricity?

• Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through nuclear fusion.

• Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through hydroelectric power.

• Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through photovoltaic cells.

• Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through wind turbines.

Which fossil fuel is known for producing the most carbon dioxide when burned?

• Petroleum

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Wind energy

What is the largest source of renewable energy in the United States?

• Geothermal energy

• Wind power

• Solar power

• Hydropower

What is one consequence of groundwater depletion?

• Increased precipitation, improved water quality, reduced flooding

• Land subsidence, reduced water availability, increased pumping costs