C3: Test # 2 - Energy Resources

What is a renewable energy source?

• A source that takes millions of years to form.

• A source that can be replenished over a short period of time.

• A source that is based on fossil fuels.

• A source that exists in limited quantities.

Which of the following is an example of non-renewable energy?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Hydroelectric power

Solar panels are used to convert what type of energy into electricity?

• Kinetic

• Thermal

• Solar

• Wind

What is the main disadvantage of fossil fuels?

• They are expensive to harness.

• They contribute to air pollution.

• They are unlimited.

• They are renewable.

Hydroelectric power generates electricity by using:

• The sun's rays

• Wind turbines

• Moving water

• Underground heat

Belize's geographic location is advantageous for solar energy production because:

• It is close to the equator, offering consistent sunlight.

• It has large oil reserves suitable for solar panel manufacturing.

• It experiences long winters with minimal sunlight.

• It has extensive forest cover that can be cleared for solar farms.

The optimal locations for wind farms in Belize are primarily:

• Coastal areas due to consistent sea breezes.

• Urban centers for ease of distribution.

• Mountainous regions with minimal wind.

• Dense forests to protect turbines from storms.

Hydroelectric dams impact local ecosystems and communities by:

• Enhancing wildlife habitats and biodiversity.

• Providing recreational opportunities with no adverse effects.

• Altering water flow and affecting aquatic and riparian habitats.

• Decreasing water pollution by filtering water through the dam.

Belize can utilize agricultural waste for biomass energy, and one of the benefits is:

• Increasing dependency on fossil fuels.

• Reducing waste and producing clean energy.

• Encouraging deforestation for agricultural expansion.

• Consuming large amounts of water resources.

To transition from non-renewable to renewable energy sources effectively, Belize could:

• Increase the import of coal and natural gas.

• Invest in education and infrastructure for renewable technologies.

• Discourage the use of electric vehicles and solar panels.

• Focus solely on hydroelectric power, ignoring other renewables.