Nonrenewable and Renewable Energy Review

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What is hydroelectricity?

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Hydroelectricity is electricity generated by harnessing the energy of flowing water, typically from rivers or dams.

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What are the downsides of hydroelectricity?

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Disruption of fish migration, impact on farming, and displacement of people.

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What is the primary source of petroleum?

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Petroleum is formed from ancient marine life.

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What is the primary source of coal?

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Coal is formed from ancient land plants.

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What type of nuclear reaction is used in power plants?

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Fission is the type of reaction used in today's nuclear power plants.

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What environmental issue arises from sulfur exposure to water during mining?

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Acid drainage occurs when sulfur is exposed to water during mining.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is the energy obtained from the wind, which is used to spin turbines to generate electricity.

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How does wind energy generate electricity?

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Wind energy spins turbines that are connected to a gearbox to increase the speed for electricity generation.

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What is renewable energy?

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Renewable energy is energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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What is nonrenewable energy?

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Nonrenewable energy is energy from sources that cannot be replenished in a short period, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.