Renewable and Non-Renewable Resources

The video tutorial discusses the differences between renewable and non-renewable resources, emphasizing the finite nature of non-renewable resources like oil and coal, and the sustainable potential of renewable resources such as solar and wind energy. It highlights the UK's energy policy and commitment to increasing renewable energy usage, noting significant milestones and global trends in renewable energy adoption, including records set in 2017. The video aims to provide a clear understanding of these concepts, aligning with educational syllabi.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• The history of fossil fuels

• The difference between renewable and non-renewable resources

• The technological advancements in solar power

• The economic impact of renewable energy

Which of the following is NOT a non-renewable resource?

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Crude oil

• Solar power

How does the market price affect the extraction of non-renewable resources?

• Lower prices lead to increased extraction

• Market prices have no effect

• Higher prices lead to increased extraction

• Higher prices lead to decreased extraction

What is a key condition for a resource to be considered renewable?

• Its extraction rate must be less than its natural renewal rate

• It must be cheaper than non-renewable resources

• It must be used in electricity generation

• It must be available globally

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

• Tidal power

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Crude oil

What percentage of UK electricity was generated from renewable resources in 2014?

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

• 10%

What is the UK's target for the percentage of energy consumption from renewables by the European Union?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

Which renewable energy source generated more power than nuclear energy in the UK in May 2017?

• Wind power

• Hydro power

• Solar power

• Tidal power

What percentage of power generated in the UK was accounted for by coal in May 2017?

• Less than 2%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

Which countries are mentioned as emerging in the renewable energy sector?

• Russia and Japan

• USA and Canada

• India and China

• Brazil and Argentina