Energy Sources and Environmental Impact

The video tutorial covers various aspects of resources and energy consumption, focusing on fossil fuels, non-renewable and renewable energy sources, and their environmental impacts. It discusses pollution, nuclear and solar energy, and strategies for conservation and sustainable development. The importance of cooperation between nations for sustainable growth is highlighted, along with the role of the United Nations and the World Wildlife Federation's concerns about resource depletion.

What was the primary energy source before the industrial revolution?

• Animate energy

• Natural gas

• Solar power

• Nuclear energy

Which country is known for having the largest proven reserves of petroleum?

• China

• Russia

• United States

• Saudi Arabia

What is the most common energy source for heating homes and hot water?

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

What is a major reason for the dependence on coal?

• Limited reserves

• Scarcity

• High cost

• Abundance

What is the primary cause of photochemical smog?

• Deforestation

• Car emissions

• Nuclear waste

• Industrial waste

What is a significant challenge of solar energy?

• Environmental impact

• Low efficiency

• High cost

• Limited availability

Which of the following is an example of passive solar energy?

• Hydroelectric dam

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Greenhouse

What is the difference between conservation and preservation?

• Conservation is about economic growth, preservation is about social equity.

• Conservation is about maintaining resources, preservation is about using them sustainably.

• Conservation is about sustainable use, preservation is about maintaining current conditions.

• Conservation is about limiting resource use, preservation is about increasing it.

What year did the World Wildlife Federation claim we surpassed our sustainable level?

• 2000

• 1990

• 1980

• 1970

What is the goal of sustainable development?

• Economic growth at any cost

• Reducing renewable resources

• Social equity and environmental protection

• Maximizing resource use