Developing Energy Technologies

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What is the role of private investment in researching alternative energy?

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Private investment is not always needed to research alternative energy; public funding and government initiatives can also play significant roles.

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Which technology is NOT used in hybrid cars?

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Hybrid cars do not use fuel cells to store energy.

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Can hydrogen fuel be extracted from water or natural gas?

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Yes, hydrogen fuel can be extracted from both water and natural gas.

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What is energy efficiency?

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What is the formula for calculating energy efficiency?

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What is the significance of tidal power?

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Tidal power is a renewable energy source that harnesses the energy from ocean tides, currently used in countries like France and Canada.

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Which country does NOT currently use tidal power?

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Japan does not currently use tidal power.

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What is the main advantage of hybrid cars?

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Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with an electric motor to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally (like solar and wind), while non-renewable sources (like coal and oil) are finite.

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What is the process of converting energy from braking into electricity called?

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This process is known as regenerative braking.