Environmental Consequences of Energy Sources

Wind is becoming more common as a source of energy. Wind farms require large open spaces for the wind turbines. A negative consequence of this technology is wind turbines...

• cause little pollution to the environment.

• may hurt the flying animals in the area.

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What is an environmental consequence of using biomass, such as burning wood or plant matter, for fuel?

• it releases CO₂ into the air

• corn-based ethanol can be added to gasoline

What are the major disadvantages of burning fossil fuels?

• they are renewable resources

• they take millions of years to make and they cause air pollution

• they produce large amounts of energy

In order to harness the energy of moving water, we often build dams so we can control the flow of water. What is a potential consequence of building concrete dams for hydropower?

• it creates reservoirs that can be used for recreation

• it can destroy habitats

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During a school project, Ava, Avery, and Noah researched the effects of different energy sources on the environment. They found that burning fossil fuels, like what many power plants do, produces ________, which pollutes the air.

(a)  

• emissions

• smoke

• toxic gases

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One CON / DRAWBACK of hydroelectric power is that dams can

• create lakes

• control irrigation

• block routes for fish

• keep soil rich

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One negative of hydroelectric power is that dams can

• create lakes

• control irrigation

• block routes for fish

• keep soil rich

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Which of the following is a major cause of air pollution?

• burning fossil fuel

• dumping waste in landfills

• using wind and solar energy

• releasing waste into rivers, lakes, streams...

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True or False: Around the world, the coal industry is declining, while renewable energy industries are on the rise.

• True

• False

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Nuclear power uses the nonrenewable element uranium as fuel. Some people note the possibility of releasing radioactive materials into the environment and disposing of radioactive wastes as disadvantages. What is the major advantage to nuclear power?

• it is renewable

• it does not cause air pollution

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