Energy Resources

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is the heat that comes from the earth's interior, which can be used to produce electricity.

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What does a photovoltaic cell do?

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A photovoltaic cell captures sunlight and converts it into electricity.

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What is a nuclear power plant?

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A nuclear power plant is a facility that uses uranium atoms, which are split to create a tremendous amount of heat for electricity generation.

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Is hydro power a renewable or nonrenewable energy resource?

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Hydro power is a renewable energy resource.

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What is a biomass power plant?

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A biomass power plant generates electricity using organic materials such as scraps from farming and waste products.

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What is the main source of energy in geothermal power?

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The main source of energy in geothermal power is the heat from the earth.

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What type of energy does a photovoltaic cell utilize?

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A photovoltaic cell utilizes sunlight to generate power.

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What is the process of splitting uranium atoms called?

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The process of splitting uranium atoms is called nuclear fission.

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What are renewable energy resources?

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Renewable energy resources are sources of energy that can be replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, and hydro power.

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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear power plants?

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The primary fuel used in nuclear power plants is uranium.