Ohio Energy Project Lessons 1-5

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What are nonrenewable energy sources?

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Nonrenewable energy sources are energy sources that are limited and take a very long time to replenish, such as fossil fuels.

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What is propane?

Back

Propane is a fossil fuel refined from natural gas and petroleum.

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy and the energy of position (gravitational).

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What smell does mercaptan give to natural gas?

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Mercaptan gives natural gas a rotten eggs smell.

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What percentage of energy consumed by an incandescent bulb produces light?

Back

Only 10 percent of the energy consumed by an incandescent bulb actually produces light.

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What is a fossil fuel?

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A fossil fuel is a natural fuel formed from the remains of living organisms, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is renewable energy?

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Renewable energy comes from sources that can be replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

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What is the main component of natural gas?

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The main component of natural gas is methane.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable energy sources are finite and take a long time to form.

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What is the role of fossil fuels in energy production?

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Fossil fuels are burned to produce energy, but they release greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.