Unit 7: Resources Test Review

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What is the most used energy resource for electricity in the US?

Back

Natural gas is currently the most used energy resource for electricity in the US.

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What is the primary reason for the number of solar facilities in Florida?

Back

Sunshine is Florida's most abundant resource, leading to more solar facilities than biofuel.

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What is a key characteristic of coal regarding transportation?

Back

Transporting coal is very easy.

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What is one advantage of wave energy?

Back

Wave energy is renewable and will not run out.

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What is a disadvantage of non-renewable resources?

Back

Non-renewable resources have a limited supply.

Front

Define renewable energy.

Back

Renewable energy comes from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydro.

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What is non-renewable energy?

Back

Non-renewable energy comes from sources that cannot be replenished in a short period, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable energy source.

Back

Solar energy is an example of a renewable energy source.

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What is biomass energy?

Back

Biomass energy is produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.

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What is the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels?

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Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.