ESS Topic 7.1 Energy Sources: Pros and Cons

What is a major disadvantage of thermal power?

• Limited energy output compared to renewables.

• High initial construction costs.

• Environmental pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

• Dependence on fossil fuel resources.

Which of the following is an advantage of thermal power?

• Inconsistent power output

• Limited fuel availability

• Reliable and continuous power generation

• High initial investment costs

What is one environmental concern associated with thermal power?

• Greenhouse gas emissions

• Noise pollution from power plants

• Water pollution from cooling systems

• Habitat destruction from fuel extraction

What is a disadvantage of wind energy?

• Consistent energy supply

• No environmental impact

• Intermittency of power generation

• High initial costs

Which of the following is an advantage of wind energy?

• It requires large amounts of water for operation.

• It is a renewable and sustainable energy source.

• It is a non-renewable energy source.

• It produces harmful emissions.

What is a common issue with wind energy production?

• Intermittency of wind availability

• High initial costs of wind turbines

• Wind energy has no environmental impact

• Wind energy is always available

What is a disadvantage of tidal energy?

• Tidal energy is always available regardless of weather conditions.

• Tidal energy systems are inexpensive to install and maintain.

• Tidal energy has no impact on marine ecosystems.

• Intermittent energy production due to dependence on tidal cycles.

Which of the following is an advantage of tidal energy?

• Predictability and reliability of energy production

• High initial costs of installation

• Limited availability in all regions

• Negative impact on marine ecosystems

What is a limitation of hydroelectric power?

• Dependence on water availability and weather conditions.

• Unlimited energy production regardless of location.

• No environmental impact during construction.

• Consistent energy output throughout the year.

What is a key advantage of hydroelectric power?

• It is a renewable energy source with low environmental impact.

• It is a non-renewable energy source.

• It produces high levels of greenhouse gases.

• It requires large amounts of fossil fuels to operate.