Virginia SOL Science 5.9 Energy Resources

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What is hydropower?

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Energy produced by the movement of flowing water.

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What is nuclear power?

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Energy that is produced by atomic reactions through nuclear fission (splitting the nucleus of an atom).

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases in the atmosphere caused by burning fossil fuels that trap heat and increase Earth's average temperature.

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What is solar power?

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Energy from the sun.

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What is natural gas?

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A gaseous fossil fuel energy resource; a flammable gas that occurs naturally underground.

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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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What is biomass energy?

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

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What is wind power?

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Energy generated from the movement of air (wind) using turbines.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources.

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What is the importance of renewable energy?

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Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally and help reduce pollution.