Electricity Generation at Power Stations

1. 1. What is the energy source of the power station shown in the diagram?

• Water

• Wind

• Natural gas

• Nuclear fuel
  (Radioactive substances)

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

2. 2. Which of the following are non-renewable energy sources?

• Biomass

• Water

• Petroleum

• Coal

3. 3. Which of the following shows the correct energy change in a hydroelectric power plant?

• Gravitational potential energy --> kinetic energy --> electrical energy

• Kinetic energy --> electrical energy

• Chemical energy --> heat energy --> kinetic energy --> electrical energy

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

4. 4. A generator is a device used to produce electricity.

• True

• False

5. 5. State the energy change that takes place in nuclear power stations.

1. 6. Give one advantage and one disadvantage of using renewable energy sources to generate electricity.