Hydropower Quiz-Student Energy

What is hydropower also known as?

• Wind power

• Solar power

• Hydroelectricity

• Geothermal power

Why is hydropower considered a renewable energy source?

• Because it produces a large amount of electricity

• Because it uses fossil fuels

• Because it is constantly renewed by the sun

• Because it relies on natural water flow rates

What is the main purpose of a dam in hydroelectricity production?

• To generate wind energy

• To create a water reservoir

• To store electricity

• To control water flow

What is the main difference between dammed hydro and run of river hydro?

• The reliability of electricity production

• The source of water flow

• The type of water used

• The size of the turbines used

What is the capacity range for small hydro plants?

• Greater than 30 megawatts

• 100 kilowatts to 30 megawatts

• Less than 100 kilowatts

• Less than 30 megawatts

How many people can the Hoover Dam in the United States serve with its 2074 megawatts capacity?

• 5 million people

• 2.5 million people

• 1.3 million people

• 500,000 people

What is one of the benefits of hydropower in terms of electricity production?

• High initial building cost

• Incompatibility with other energy sources

• Cost competitiveness

• Intermittent reliability

What is one of the concerns with large dams in hydropower production?

• Impact on local environment and wildlife habitats

• Improved flood control

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions

• Reduced water supply for communities

What greenhouse gas emissions can occur during the construction of hydro plants?

• Carbon dioxide and methane

• Methane and carbon monoxide

• Carbon dioxide and nitrogen

• Nitrous oxide and sulfur dioxide

What is the main purpose of a dam in hydroelectricity production?

• To control water flow

• To generate wind energy

• To create a water reservoir

• To store electricity