Energy Sources Flashcard

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What is the main disadvantage of nuclear power?

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Production of radioactive waste.

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Which energy source is produced by the fission of uranium atoms?

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Nuclear energy.

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What is the process of converting sunlight into electricity called?

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Solar photovoltaic (PV) conversion.

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What is the main advantage of solar energy?

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Renewable and sustainable.

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Which energy source relies on the kinetic energy of moving air?

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Wind energy.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface.

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Define renewable energy.

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

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What is the primary source of wind energy?

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The uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun.

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What is the main environmental concern associated with fossil fuels?

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Greenhouse gas emissions leading to climate change.

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What is biomass energy?

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Energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.