Chapter 18 Renewable Resources Quiz

What is a key characteristic of renewable energy?

• It comes from sources that can run out
• It is harmful to the environment
• It comes from sources that never run out
• It is only available in certain countries

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Solar energy
• Wind energy
• Natural gas
• Geothermal energy

How do solar panels generate electricity?

• By capturing sunlight
• By using wind
• By flowing water
• By burning fossil fuels

What is the main advantage of wind energy?

• It creates pollution
• It requires a lot of water
• It has no harmful emissions
• It is only available at night

Where is hydroelectric power most commonly generated?

• In deserts
• In areas with flowing water
• In urban cities
• In mountainous regions

What makes tidal power a reliable energy source?

• It depends on the weather
• It is unpredictable
• It is based on ocean waves and tides
• It requires a lot of land

Which renewable energy source uses heat from inside the Earth?

• Solar energy
• Wind energy
• Geothermal energy
• Biomass energy

What is biomass energy primarily made from?

• Fossil fuels
• Organic materials
• Minerals
• Nuclear reactions

Why is renewable energy important for the environment?

• It increases pollution
• It reduces greenhouse gases
• It relies on fossil fuels
• It creates waste

What is a challenge associated with solar energy?

• It can only be used at night
• It requires a lot of water
• It needs sunlight to generate power
• It is too expensive to install