Apes Solar Energy

Which of the following is a disadvantage of solar energy?

• It can only be used effectively in certain regions and certain times of day

• It produces greenhouse gases during use

• It is a nonrenewable energy source

• It is inexpensive compared to other sources

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Most of the energy that we use on Earth can be traced back to 

• coal

• the sun

• geothermal heat from the earth

• natural gas

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Which of the following energy sources has the lowest negative environmental impacts?

• Biomass

• Nuclear

• Natural Gas

• Solar

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Passive solar design includes all of the following except

• large windows on the south side of the house

• floor and walls that will store heat in the winter

• overhang that blocks the sun in the summer, but allows it inside in the winter

• trees that block the sun for the entire year

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Ultimately, all biofuels are ________, because they are the result of ________.

• geological; sedimentation

• solar; photosynthesis 

• inefficient; decomposition by microorganisms

• synthetic; chemical manipulation of hydrocarbons

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The most commonly used approach to solar energy collection is ________, in which buildings are designed and building materials chosen to maximize their direct absorption of sunlight in winter, even as they keep the interior cool in the heat of summer.

• Active

• Passive

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Which of the following is a primary advantage of using solar energy?

• It is renewable and abundant

• It produces carbon emissions

• It is dependent on fossil fuels

• It is expensive to install

What is the main component of a solar panel that converts sunlight into electricity?

• Silicon cells

• Copper wires

• Plastic sheets

• Glass panels

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How does solar energy impact the environment compared to fossil fuels?

• It has a lower environmental impact

• It produces more pollution

• It depletes natural resources

• It causes more greenhouse gas emissions

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Which of the following best describes photovoltaic cells?

• They convert sunlight directly into electricity

• They store solar energy for later use

• They reflect sunlight to reduce heat

• They are used to heat water

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