Renewable/Nonrenewable SG

Which is an example of a renewable energy resource?

• A biomass

• B. coal

• c. gas

• D. oil

Which is a problem with using wind turbines to produce energy?

• A Wind turbines are efficient only in certain areas.

• B. Wind turbines occupy a small area of land.

• C. Wind turbines produce a large amount of energy.

• D. Wind turbines create a large amount of pollution.

Which is most accurate in regards to energy resources ?

• Fossil fuels are limited, therefore it is important to conserve energy.

• B. Solar radiation is limited, therefore it is important to conserve energy.

• C. Wind, water, and solar power generate pollution, therefore it is important to conserve energy.

Which energy source would be most affected by the depletion of water from rivers and streams?

• A fossil fuel

• B. wind power

• C. hydroelectric

• D. nuclear power

What would most likely happen to the cost of gasoline if the supply of petroleum decreased?

• A It would increase.

• B. It would decrease.

• C. It would stay the same.

Which best describes a renewable energy source?

• A oil

• B. coal

• C. sunlight

Why is it important to limit the use of fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas?

• A Fossil fuels are an unlimited resource on the Earth.

• B. Fossil fuels can be renewed in a matter of a few years.

• C. Fossil fuels can be replenished only after thousands of years.

Which best describes a process that depletes an organic renewable resource?

• a car producing emissions

• B. coal burning in a power plant

• a developer cutting down trees

Which is a major global energy source and is used as fuel to generate electricity?

• A oil

• B. c. thermal

• sun

Why do many communities use resources other than windmills to obtain energy?

• A Windmills make small amounts of energy.

• Some areas have inconsistent winds.

• C. Windmills are visual pollutants.