Energy Demand and Conservation Quiz

What is the main factor driving the global increase in energy demand?

• Decrease in population

• Increase in industrialization and urbanization

• Reduction in transportation needs

• Decline in living standards

Which renewable energy source relies on underground heat?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Geothermal power

• Hydroelectric power

Which of the following is a disadvantage of wind energy?

• It emits greenhouse gases

• It is not renewable

• It depends on wind speed

• It consumes fossil fuels

Which of the following energy sources is considered the most reliable for continuous power supply?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Hydroelectric power

• Nuclear power

Which energy source depends on photovoltaic cells?

• Wind power

• Solar power

• Geothermal power

• Hydroelectric power

What is the main cause of oil spills in marine environments?

• Solar radiation

• Offshore drilling accidents

• Wind turbines

• Nuclear reactor leaks

Which energy source uses a heat exchanger to transfer heat from underground water?

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind power

• Geothermal power

• Solar power

What is the primary benefit of energy conservation?

• Increasing fuel prices

• Reducing energy demand and emissions

• Expanding fossil fuel use

• Promoting uncontrolled industrialization

Explain the formation of oil and natural gas.

What is the environmental impact of fracking?