energy sources

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What is solar energy?

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Energy from the sun that can be used to produce electricity.

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What is a disadvantage of solar panels?

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They can be expensive.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Energy produced from heat inside the Earth.

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Is geothermal energy made from pumping hot water into the ground to produce energy?

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No, that's not correct.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Energy produced by splitting atoms.

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What is a renewable energy source?

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An energy source that can be replenished naturally, like wind or solar.

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Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

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Coal.

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What is hydroelectric power?

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Electricity produced by flowing water.

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What is wind energy?

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Energy produced by the movement of air.

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What is biomass energy?

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Energy produced from organic materials like plants and waste.