Energy in the United States

What would happen to coal consumption if coal production remained constant?

• It would increase.

• It would decrease.

• It would stay the same.

• It would fluctuate.

What would happen to coal production if coal consumption remained constant?

• It would increase.

• It would decrease.

• It would stay the same.

• It would fluctuate.

Which type of power generation can produce carbon dioxide?

• coal

• hydroelectric

• solar

• wind

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Which nonrenewable energy resource is used the most in the United States?

• wind

• petroleum

• natural gas

• coal

The pie chart on the left shows the United States energy use by resource. Note the 7% attributed to renewable resources. The pie chart on the right shows this 7% of renewable sources used in the United States. Use the pie charts to answer the following question. Which renewable energy resource is used the most in the United States?

• wind

• oil

• hydroelectric

• coal

Many people visit Florida because of the beaches and warm weather. Which type of renewable energy would be found in large amounts in this type of climate?

• oil

• hydroelectic

• natural gas

• solar

What type of energy do the turbines use?

• solar

• wind

• heat

• natural gas

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Which energy source has the least negative impact on the environment?

• nuclear energy

• natural gas

• solar energy

• coal deposits

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For decades, people have used fossil fuels to power machines and heat homes. What is the one disadvantage of using fossil fuels?

• They are difficult to use.

• They produce more than other fuels.

• They do not produce much heat.

• They are nonrenewable resources.

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

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Hydroelectric power

• Biomass