Energy Resources

What is energy's ability according to the text?

• To create new matter.

• To move and change matter.

• To destroy matter.

• To remain constant.

Where does the electricity for a lamp come from?

• A battery.

• A power plant.

• A solar panel.

• A wind turbine.

What must happen for fuel to be useful?

• It must be stored indefinitely.

• Its energy must be released in a controlled way.

• It must be mixed with water.

• It must be frozen.

What happens when the energy in wood is used up?

• The fire burns brighter.

• The fire goes out.

• The wood regenerates.

• The fire changes color.

What is the source of energy for most cars, trucks, and buses?

• Solar power.

• Gasoline and diesel fuel.

• Wind energy.

• Hydroelectric power.

What is the main function of a power plant?

• To store energy.

• To produce electricity.

• To consume energy.

• To recycle waste.

What is a renewable resource mentioned in the text?

• Coal

• Oil

• Wind

• Natural gas

What is the source of Earth's internal heat?

• The Sun

• Radioactive decay

• Ocean currents

• Wind

What is energy defined as in the text?

• The ability to create matter

• The ability to do work or change matter

• The ability to store sunlight

• The ability to generate heat

What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Biomass