What is a major disadvantage of using fossil fuels for energy?

Challenges and Risks of Energy Sources

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They are inexpensive to extract.
They are finite and non-renewable.
They do not contribute to pollution.
They are renewable resources.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a significant risk associated with nuclear fuel?
It is easy to dispose of.
It is a renewable resource.
It produces non-toxic waste.
It can lead to dangerous radioactive waste.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might biofuels be considered problematic?
They are not derived from crops.
They produce high levels of CO2.
They require valuable farmland.
They are non-renewable.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common issue with wind energy?
It is always available.
It produces harmful gases.
It is a non-renewable resource.
It can be visually unappealing and unreliable.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does hydroelectric power generate electricity?
By harnessing water flow through dams.
By using wind turbines.
By using solar panels.
By burning coal.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a challenge of using geothermal energy?
It is available everywhere.
It is non-renewable.
It is only accessible in certain areas.
It produces a lot of waste.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major drawback of tidal energy?
It is inexpensive to build.
It is easy to implement.
It requires costly infrastructure.
It is non-renewable.
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