Effects of Energy Transfer

Why is it important to conserve fossil fuels like coal?

• They are easily extracted.

• They are easily exhausted.

• They are the only source of energy on Earth.

• They give the largest amount of energy when burned.

Wind is a renewable energy resource that has yet to reach its full potential. Which factor will most likely discourage the use of wind energy?

• Wind turbines are loud.

• Wind turbines are quiet.

• Wind turbines produce variable energy.

• Wind turbines produce steady energy.

A student makes a list of resources that have a minimal effect on the environment with respect to their use. Which resource should be on the list?

• Energy from geothermal

• Energy from oil

• Energy from coal

• Energy from natural gas

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Which resource is conserved by recycling paper?

• Coal

• Rocks

• Trees

• Metal

A factory has started to use plant and animal waste as a fuel to power turbines. What is the benefit of using such an energy source?

• It helps recycle energy sources.

• It promotes the reuse of non-renewable resources.

• It reduces the dependence on renewable resources.

• It helps conserve fossil fuels.

How is the water cycle an example of a renewable process?

• Water is consumed at a faster rate than it is generated.

• Water relies on heat from the Sun to evaporate.

• Water moves continuously throughout the environment in different forms.

• Water is created continuously in large amounts.

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Which energy sources will have minimal impact on the environment with respect to renewal and reuse.

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Oil

• Water

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Which of the following is a fossil fuel?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Natural Gass

• Wood

• Uranium

Hydropower generates over 60% of the world's renewable energy. What could be an environmental impact of this method of power generation?

• It emits greenhouse gases.

• It produces air pollutants.

• It contaminates groundwater resources.

• It results in the destruction of plant and animal habitats.

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Which material is the best conductor of heat and is best suited for designing a new frying pan?

• Iron

• Plastic

• Rubber

• Wood

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