Earth Science WK 15 Mastery Assess It

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth. It can be used for electricity generation and direct heating.

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What is one advantage of geothermal energy?

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The power plants do not take up much space.

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What are metallic mineral resources?

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Metallic mineral resources are minerals that contain metal elements, such as gold and silver, and are often found in native forms or as ores.

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Which of the following does not describe a metallic mineral resource?

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They are found combined with other elements.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is renewable energy produced from organic materials like grass, wood, algae, or manure.

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Which renewable resource generates energy by burning materials?

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Biomass.

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What are some uses of gold?

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Gold is used in electronics, medicines, and to coat spacecraft to help reflect infrared radiation.

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Which of the following is not a use for gold?

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Making glass.

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What is nuclear power?

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Nuclear power is energy produced from nuclear reactions, typically through the fission of uranium.

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What is one disadvantage of nuclear power?

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Nuclear power plants produce radioactive wastes.