Energy Sources and Environmental Impact Quiz

What is the second biggest Estuary in Europe?

• Humber Estuary

• Thames Estuary

• Seven Estuary

• Mersey Estuary

What is the potential energy source harnessed by the tidal barrage?

• Nuclear energy

• Gravitational force of tides

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

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What is the main concern about the construction of the Seven Tidal Barrage?

• Renewable energy source

• Predictable energy generation

• Environmental benefits

• High cost

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What is the drawback of wind farms as a source of energy?

• Low visual impact on the countryside

• Unpredictable energy generation

• High cost of installation

• Ability to store electricity

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What is the source of energy used in the landfill gas power generation?

• Nuclear energy

• Methane gas from decomposing rubbish

• Geothermal energy

• Hydroelectric power

What is the main concern about the environmental impact of the Seven Tidal Barrage?

• Disruption of bird habitats

• Increase in fish population

• Enhancement of mud flats

• Reduction in tidal range

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What is the drawback of nuclear power as a source of energy?

• Ability to store electricity

• Safety concerns and nuclear waste disposal

• Unpredictable energy generation

• High cost of construction

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What is the main concern about the environmental impact of wind farms?

• High visual impact on the countryside

• Predictable energy generation

• Low noise pollution

• Enhancement of bird habitats

What is the main environmental concern about the use of solar energy?

• Disruption of bird habitats

• High cost of installation

• Production of hazardous waste

• Land use and habitat loss

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What is the main advantage of geothermal energy?

• Unpredictable energy generation

• High cost of installation

• Renewable and sustainable

• Production of hazardous waste

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