Science Week 8 Quiz - Renewable Energy

Match each type of energy to its source.

Ex. Geothermal

• water falling through a dam

• ocean waves and tides

• radiation from the sun

• heat from Earth's core

Match each type of energy to its source.

Ex. Solar

• water falling through a dam

• ocean waves and tides

• radiation from the sun

• heat from Earth's core

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Match each type of energy to its source.

Ex. Hydropower

• water falling through a dam

• ocean waves and tides

• radiation from the sun

• heat from Earth's core

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Match each type of energy to its source.

Ex. Hydroelectric Power

• water falling through a dam

• ocean waves and tides

• radiation from the sun

• heat from Earth's core

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Geothermal energy can only be used in specific locations. Why?

• It requires too much space.

• The atmospheric pressure must be low.

• Ocean currents must be strong.

• Magma must be near the surface.

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True or False:

There is a drawback to every form of energy.

• True

• False

Select all that apply:

Why is nonrenewable energy favored over renewable energy?

• It will never become depleted.

• It is easily stored and transported.

• It is cheaper and more powerful.

• It causes less air and water pollution.

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Solar energy does not produce electricity by spinning a turbine.

• True

• False

Why are biofuels attractive as an alternative energy source?

• Any vehicle can use them directly.

• Only fossil fuels are more powerful.

• No other energy is cleaner.

• They use waste material.