7.1 energy resources

Question 1 What happens whenever energy is transferred between stores?

• A All the energy is transferred to other useful stores.
• B Some of the original energy is dissipated.
• C All of the energy is dissipated to the surroundings.

Question 2 Which of these not a fossil fuel?

• A coal
• B oil
• C Uranium

Question 3 Which gas is linked to global warming?

• A Carbon monoxide
• B Sulfur dioxide
• C Carbon dioxide

Question 4 What does it mean if an energy resource is renewable?

• A that it can be recycled.
• B that it can be reused.
• C that it can be replenished.

Question 5 What are nuclear fuels used for?

• A electricity generation
• B household heating
• C transport

Question 6 Which of these is an advantage of gas power stations?

• A They can start producing electricity quickly.
• B They make use of a renewable source.
• C They don't contribute to global warming.

Question 7 Which energy resource is the least reliable?

• A nuclear
• B wind
• C gas

Question 8 Which of these is an advantage of nuclear power stations?

• A Nuclear power is non-renewable.
• B Nuclear power does not release carbon dioxide.
• C Nuclear power stations start up slowly.

Question 9 Why is the energy demand in UK households spiking between 6 and 9 pm?

• A During those times most families are at home using lights and electrical devices, and the heating is on.
• B Power stations cost more to run in the evening,
• C Less heating is needed in the evening, but more lighting is used.

Question 10 Which energy resource produces the majority of electricity used globally?

• A nuclear fuels
• B renewable energy resources
• C fossil fuels