Nonrenewable Energy Quiz

What is the main element in fossil fuels?

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon

How did fossil fuels form?

• From ancient wetlands and organisms

• By the decomposition of rocks

• Through volcanic activity

• As a result of meteorite impacts

What is the highest rank of coal?

• Lignite

• Subbituminous

• Bituminous

• Anthracite

What is the main material used in nuclear power plants?

• Radon

• Uranium

• Thorium

• Plutonium

What is the process used to extract natural gas from rock formations?

• Acid dissolution

• Hydraulic fracturing

• All of the above

• Sand propping

What is the main disadvantage of burning fossil fuels?

• Promotion of environmental balance

• Reduction of air pollution

• Contribution to the greenhouse effect

• Release of oxygen into the atmosphere

What is the primary use of petroleum?

• Cement manufacturing

• Plastic production

• Electricity generation

• All of the above

What is the primary source of natural gas?

• Shale gas

• Coal bed methane

• Methane hydrates

• Tight gas

What is the potential environmental impact of extracting natural gas?

• Groundwater contamination

• Air pollution

• Earthquakes

• All of the above

What is the primary source of biomass energy?

• Wood

• Soy

• All of the above

• Corn